Brooklyn Dark Fig

Scientific Name: Ficus carica 'Brooklyn Dark'

Plant type

tree, shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 8'-15'
W: 8'-15'

planting zones

7a-11

Brooklyn Dark Fig plant details

Brooklyn Dark Fig is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree with green foliage. and purple fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Does well in acidic, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Brooklyn Dark Fig

Plant type: fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Brooklyn Dark Fig

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic, average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Brooklyn Dark fig was found growing in a yard in Brooklyn, New York and was selected for its cold hardiness as well as for the large crop of medium-sized purple figs with an amber to red flesh and excellent flavor. Reportedly bears two crops per season. Brooklyn Dark was apparently found and introduced by Trees of Joy out of Bethlehem, PA. Fig trees do best where they get at least 8 hours of direct sun per day. Once well established they are fairly drought tolerant but extended dry periods can cause leaf and fruit drop as well as early dormancy. A deep organic mulch will help to alleviate extremes in moisture levels, reduce nematode issues, as well as to reduce competition from weeds.