Fig tree - 100 cm - Ø20

Ficus carica (Common fig)

Appearance of the plant

Large, palmate leaves with deep incisions

In summer often graceful figs, varying from green to purple

In pots it usually grows to a height of 100–200 cm, in open ground it can reach 3–5 metres.

Location

The Ficus Carica thrives best in a sunny spot, ideal for outdoors in full sun or in a bright spot indoors.

This plant likes warmth and can be planted in pots or directly in the ground.

Water requirement

Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the top layer of potting soil to dry out slightly.

Water more often in a pot than in open ground

Water very sparingly in winter, especially when it loses its leaves

Winter hardiness

Moderately winter hardy: tolerates temperatures down to approx. -10°C in a sheltered location

Protect young plants against severe frost with fleece or overwinter indoors

More sensitive to frost in a pot than in open ground

Fun fact: The Ficus carica is one of the oldest cultivated fruit trees in the world — archaeologists have found fig remains dating back over 11,000 years.