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Common Fig
Scientific Name: Ficus carica
Plant type
tree, fruit / vegetable
size
- H: 15'-30'
- W: 15'-30'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Common Fig plant details
Common Fig is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Common Fig
- Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
- Plant family: moraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Common Fig
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Wonderful ornamentals as well as fruiting plants, with their large tropical looking leaves and spreading habit. The cool season varieties we offer adapt well to mild winter areas as well as colder climates. Self-fertile, they will usually bear two crops a year (generally July and September)
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
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How to Grow Common Fig
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6'-40'
Width: 3'-40'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 6'-20'
Width: 3'-10'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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