Ficus carica Brown Turkey (Hardy Fig) - H40 cm | Pot Ø15 cm
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Frequently Asked Questions
When are Brown Turkey figs ripe? The main harvest takes place in August-September. The figs are ripe when they feel soft to the touch, tilt slightly downward, and come off the stem easily. A small early harvest may appear in June-July on the previous year's wood depending on the climate conditions.
Why choose Brown Turkey over another fig variety? Brown Turkey is the ideal choice if you live in a region with cold winters or if your outdoor space is exposed. It is the hardiest variety in our catalog, with resistance down to -15°C — other varieties generally tolerate down to -10°C. Its production is also particularly reliable and consistent from year to year.
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
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We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
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🍇 Delicious brown-purple figs • ☀️ Sun to partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H40 cm | Pot Ø15 cm • ❄️ Ultra-hardy -15°C • 🐾 Non-toxic
The Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' is the hardiest fig variety in our catalog — it withstands down to -15 °C and can stay outdoors year-round even in regions with cold winters. Its brown-purple figs are tasty, and the yield is abundant and reliable year after year.
A Mediterranean fruit shrub without compromise for balconies and terraces exposed to cold. Discover it in our selection of fruit and aromatic plants and our balconies and terraces collection.
Which fig tree variety should you choose?
Each fig tree has its strengths — hardiness, earliness, compactness, or ornamental foliage. Here’s how the Brown Turkey ranks in our fig tree collection:
- Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' (this plant) — ultra-hardy down to -15 °C, brown-purple figs, reliable production. The most cold-resistant.
- Ficus carica 'Précoce de Dalmatie' — harvest from June-July, dark purple figs. The earliest.
- Ficus carica 'Panaché' — unique green and cream marbled foliage. The most ornamental.
- Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' — very productive dwarf variety, perfect for small spaces. The most compact.
- Ficus carica 'Bornholm' — compact shape, dark purple figs, ideal for balconies. The balanced option.
The Brown Turkey is the only fig tree in our catalog that can withstand down to -15 °C — if you live in a region with cold winters or your balcony is exposed, this is the safest choice.
Exposure & location
The Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' is a Mediterranean fig tree — hardy against cold, but always needs sun for good fruiting.
- Ideal exposure: full sun to partial shade — minimum 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Location: sunny balcony or terrace, facing south or southwest.
- Hardiness: very hardy down to -15 °C — can stay outdoors year-round without protection in most regions.
- Soil: rich and well-drained — potting soil for fruit trees or enriched universal potting mix.
- Pot: minimum 30–40 cm diameter for good root development.
Its exceptional hardiness does not replace the need for sun — without at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, fruiting will be reduced even in this hardy variety.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
- Frequency: 1 to 2 times per week in summer, reduced in winter. More frequent watering during fruiting.
- Drainage: pot must have drainage holes — no standing water in the saucer.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer with a liquid fertilizer for fruit trees.
- Pruning: light pruning in late winter (February-March) to maintain a compact shape and encourage fruiting. Do not prune in autumn.
- Repotting: every 2–3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot.
Although drought-tolerant once established, water regularly during fig formation and growth — lack of water causes premature fruit drop. See our new plant care guide to get started right.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
Its large dark green lobed leaves and brown-purple figs create a robust and productive Mediterranean composition — even on north-facing or cold balconies.
- Urban vegetable garden: combine it with lavender, rosemary, or thyme for a coherent and resilient Mediterranean urban garden corner.
- Fruit duo: pair it with an organic raspberry to stagger harvests throughout the summer season.
- Ideal pot: natural terracotta or wood — warm materials enhance its Mediterranean character.
Its cold resistance makes it the ideal companion for exposed or unprotected balconies — where other fig trees might struggle, Brown Turkey stays calm.
Verdeia advice
- No winter protection needed after the second year — once well rooted, Brown Turkey withstands winters down to -15 °C without cover or shelter. In the first year, mulching at the base is enough as a precaution.
- Prune in late winter, not autumn — fruit buds are already formed on last year’s wood by autumn. Autumn pruning would remove them and reduce the next harvest. Always wait until February-March.
- Water more during fruiting — from July to September, maintain regular watering. A substrate that dries out too much during fig growth causes premature fruit drop.
- Be patient for the first harvest — a young plant takes 2 to 3 years before producing significantly. The variety’s reliability fully shows once the shrub is well established.
- Drought tolerant once established — after 2 to 3 years, its deep root system allows it to endure dry periods. Before that, don’t neglect watering.
- 🐾 Non-toxic — the figs are edible and the plant is safe for pets.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'
- Common name: Hardy fig, Brown Turkey fig
- Family: Moraceae
- Origin: Mediterranean basin
- Pot diameter: 15 cm
- Approximate height: 40 cm
- Adult size: up to 2–3 m in a pot (manageable by pruning)
- Exposure: sun to partial shade — minimum 4 to 6 hours of sun per day
- Watering: moderate — allow to dry slightly between waterings
- Hardiness: very hardy down to -15 °C
- Fruiting: brown-purple figs, harvest from July to September
- Care: easy (annual pruning recommended)
- Toxicity to pets: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Mediterranean / Urban vegetable garden / Sunny balcony
- Feature: the hardiest variety in the catalog, withstands down to -15 °C, abundant and reliable fruit production, brown-purple figs
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. Fruit production naturally varies depending on exposure, plant age, and season.
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Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.