Common Fig Tree (Ficus carica)

Common Fig Tree (Ficus carica) 

Plant of the Mediterranean countries and the Middle East Common Fig (Ficus carica L.) is one of the most popular fruit trees with a long history in the Greek area. The great nutritional value of figs and its relatively easy cultivation contributed to this. The fig is a deciduous tree that thrives in a variety of soil types and in warm and cool climates while withstanding atmospheric pollution. Its cultivation takes place in areas with altitudes from sea level to 1700 m. It fruiting from the 4th to the 5th year until the 30th-40th. The figs are consumed fresh or dry - especially for the dried ones there are various traditional recipes, each of which produces a special flavor of dried fruit. The most common varieties of figs are Common Fig Vassiliki (royal figs), Common Fig White Polyphori and Common Fig Black Polyphori.

► It is offered at a price determined by the particular characteristics of the plant, such as the size of the pot, its height, age and shape. Large trees are also available for sale (and planting) upon prior arrangement. In any case, the price or prices listed are indicative.

FOLIAGE: Alternate

HEIGHT: 5-9 m, DIAMETER: 5-9 m

POSITION: Sun 

RESISTANCE in MINIMUM TEMPERATURES: From -7 to -12 °C

WATERING: Medium

SOIL: Medium

SOIL pH: Neutral (6,5 - 7,5)

FRUIT: Green, Purple

SEASIDE PLANTING: Yes

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