Heat tolerant, ornamental and edible small tree to large shrub.
Botanical Name: Ficus
Varieties we carry:
Chicago Hardy
Celeste
Brown Turkey
The following varieties may be available for special request: Strawberry Verte, Violette de Bordeaux, Little Miss Figgy, Black Mission
Seasons of availability: Spring, Summer, Fall
Landscape Value:
Figs are woody, deciduous trees or shrubs native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia. Size varies according to variety, reaching between 10 to 15 feet tall. Best planted in a protected location from cold winds in the Upstate of SC. This plant grows well in containers, but containers should be overwintered indoors.
Plant Care:
Figs prefer partial to full sun with moist, but well-draining soil. Light pruning each winter may be necessary to maintain an attractive shape, but over pruning may affect fruit production. Mulch roots to maintain moisture and to protect the plant through the winter.
Ideal planting seasons: Late Spring
Heat tolerant, ornamental and edible small tree to large shrub.
Botanical Name: Ficus
Varieties we carry:
Chicago Hardy
Celeste
Brown Turkey
The following varieties may be available for special request: Strawberry Verte, Violette de Bordeaux, Little Miss Figgy, Black Mission
Seasons of availability: Spring, Summer, Fall
Landscape Value:
Figs are woody, deciduous trees or shrubs native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia. Size varies according to variety, reaching between 10 to 15 feet tall. Best planted in a protected location from cold winds in the Upstate of SC. This plant grows well in containers, but containers should be overwintered indoors.
Plant Care:
Figs prefer partial to full sun with moist, but well-draining soil. Light pruning each winter may be necessary to maintain an attractive shape, but over pruning may affect fruit production. Mulch roots to maintain moisture and to protect the plant through the winter.
Ideal planting seasons: Late Spring
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