Smith Fig

This fig is currently on my "HUNTING" list!! I have none at this time, but will eventually!! The Smith Fig is an heirloom Louisiana variety that was introduced by Becnel Nursery near New Orleans, Louisiana. It produces large yellow fruit with a sweet red flesh. Figs have long been considered the fruit of the gods and anyone who has enjoyed the sweet delicacy of a fresh, fully ripe fig can see why. They are high in fiber, calcium, potassium, and iron as well as containing other vitamins and minerals. To enjoy figs throughout the year consider drying, canning, or preserving them. 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.