Overview
Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' is a spreading branched deciduous tree in the genus Ficus, part of the Moraceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 6.0 m tall. Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and 6.0-6.5 pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include edible fruit production, garden specimen and container growing. It is native to Mediterranean region and Western Asia.
About
The fig is the edible fruit of Ficus carica, a species of tree or shrub in the flowering plant family Moraceae, native to the Mediterranean region, and to western and southern Asia. It has been cultivated since ancient times and is now widely grown throughout the world.
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About the genus
Ficus is a genus of about 850 species of woody trees, shrubs, vines, epiphytes and hemiepiphytes in the family Moraceae. Collectively known as fig trees or figs, they are native throughout the tropics with a few species extending into the semi-warm temperate zone. Many Ficus species are grown for their fruits, though only two species, the common fig and sycamore fig, are cultivated to any extent, with common fig being the type species and by far the most important.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ficus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- 6.0-6.5
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Full sun
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Deciduous tree, Fruit tree
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 6.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Edible fruit production, Garden specimen, Container growing
- Native to
- Mediterranean region, Western Asia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'
- Cultivation
- Prefers warm climates, requires well-drained soil, protect from severe frost
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood
- Propagation
- Cuttings, Layering
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'?
Prefers warm climates, requires well-drained soil, protect from severe frost.
Where is the best place to plant Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'?
Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' prefers full sun. It suits full sun positions.
What soil does Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' need?
Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers 6.0-6.5 soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'?
Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
How big does Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' grow?
Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' reaches a height of 6.0 m.
Is Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' hardy in the UK?
Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'?
Cuttings, Layering.
