Red Italian Fig

Ficus carica 'Red Italian'

Moraceae

Red Italian Fig

Produces a good crop of dark purple figs with amber flesh surrounding the dark strawberry red heart. Item # 9892.

   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.

 

Grows To: 10'H x 10'W

USDA Cold Hardiness Zones: 7,8,9

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Outdoor Light: Full sun, Part sun

Soil pH Range: Mildly Acidic, Neutral

Salt Tolerance: Moderate

Deer Resistance: Rarely Bothered

Native To / Cultivar Origin: Italy

Please be advised that humans and/or animals may have allergic reactions if part(s) of this plant are consumed or by coming into contact with sap from bruised or broken plant parts: Sap - Skin & Eye Irritant

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Container Size: 4.5 inch / 20 fl.oz. / 591 ml

Cannot Ship To: AZ

Price: $ 14.99
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