Salem Dark Fig

Scientific Name: Ficus carica 'Salem Dark'

Plant type

tree, shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

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

planting zones

6a-11

Salem Dark Fig plant details

Salem Dark Fig is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree with green foliage. 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 Salem 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 fruit

GROWING CONDITIONS for Salem Dark Fig

USDA Zones: 6a - 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

A cold hardy and reliable producing fig, Salem Dark produces medium to large dark purple figs with a rich strawberry colored flesh and elongated neck. Syrian Dark is a found fig and was selected for its exceptional cold hardiness and reliable production of good quality figs. Brooklyn Dark was apparently found and introduced by Trees of Joy out of Bethlehem, PA.