About
This deciduous shrub or small tree, which is more compact in growth than others, reaching 2.5m. This variety is suited to cold and wet weather. These are large, smooth and pink-green becoming dark yellow. It has large deeply lobed green leaves and inconspicuous flowers which develop into edible fruit.
About the genus
Ficus can be evergreen or deciduous trees, shrubs or climbers, with often leathery, simple, entire or lobed leaves and tiny flowers borne within a hollow receptacle which enlarges to form the fruit
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH4
Plant details
Plant typeFruit Edible, Shrubs, Trees
HabitSpreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants
ToxicityHumans/Pets: Harmful to skin with sunlight. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a warm sheltered spot in good light. The soil should be fertile, moisture-retentive, but well-drained. Can either be wall-trained or grown in a large container. For more advice see fig cultivation
PruningRemove a third of the oldest, weakest and poorly-placed stems in late March
PropagationPropagate from hardwood cuttings
Pest resistanceRipe fruit may be susceptible to wasp damage
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free