Fig
Ficus carica
Moraceae · Tree
Fig (Ficus carica) is one of the most widely grown trees for USDA zones 6-11. It thrives in full sun with low water and low upkeep, making it a dependable choice for home gardeners.
- · Give it full sun and space to reach 10-20 ft.
- · Water at a low rate and let the soil drain freely.
- · Feed in spring and tidy up dead growth to keep it productive.
Serving Ideas
Eaten fresh with cheese and honey, roasted, or dried for cheese boards and baking.
Recommended: grow and source this plant without synthetic chemicals or pesticides, and rinse thoroughly before eating.
IMPORTANT: please verify food safety independently. Errors and omissions may occur.
At a glance
- Growing zones: 6-11
- Sun: Full sun
- Water: Low
- Maintenance: Low
- Type: Tree
- Mature size: 10-20 ft tall · 15-30 ft wide
- Bloom season: Summer · Green
- Pollinator friendly: Not particularly
- Container suitable: Yes
- Cold tolerance: Hardy to -10F
- Heat tolerance: Excellent
- Soil: Well-drained, lean soil
- Growth rate: Moderate
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