Ficus carica Bornholm (Compact fig tree) - H40 cm | Pot Ø15 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Bornholm fig tree suitable for a very small balcony? Yes, that is precisely its purpose. Its compact shape and moderate growth make it the fig tree best suited for small spaces. A pot 25 to 30 cm in diameter is enough, compared to 30 to 40 cm for other varieties. If your space is even smaller, check out the Little Miss Figgy, which is a dwarf variety that is even more compact.
When do Bornholm figs ripen? The main harvest is in July-August-September. The figs are ripe when they are soft to the touch, droop downward, and come off easily. A first small harvest can appear in June-July on the previous year's wood depending on conditions.
Shipping & packaging
Shipped within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection so your plant arrives in perfect condition
- Tracking link sent by email as soon as your parcel ships
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CARE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack your plant immediately and inspect it
- Let it acclimatize for 24-48h in a bright spot out of direct sunlight
- Check the soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting, if needed
- Keep it away from heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe the leaves to remove dust
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🍇 Dark purple figs • ☀️ Sun to partial shade • 💧 Moderate watering • 📏 H40 cm | Pot Ø15 cm • ❄️ Hardy to -10°C • 🪴 Moderate growth • 🐾 Non-toxic
The Ficus carica 'Bornholm' is the most compact and easiest-to-manage fig tree variety in a pot. Its moderate growth allows it to reach a maximum of 1.5 to 2 m - compared with 2 to 3 m for other varieties - making it the ideal choice for small balconies, terraces, or spaces where a large plant cannot be managed. It produces tasty dark purple figs without spreading out.
A Mediterranean fruit shrub designed for small spaces. Pair it with fruit trees and herbs and plants for balconies and terraces.
Which fig tree variety should you choose?
Each fig tree has its strengths - compactness, hardiness, earliness, or ornamental foliage. Here is how Bornholm compares with the other fig trees:
- Ficus carica 'Bornholm' (this plant) - compact habit, moderate growth, dark purple figs, mature height of 1.5-2 m. The easiest to manage in a pot.
- Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' - even more compact dwarf variety, highly productive. The smallest.
- Ficus carica 'Précoce de Dalmatie' - harvest from June-July, dark purple figs. The earliest.
- Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' - ultra-hardy down to -15 °C. The most cold-resistant.
- Ficus carica 'Panaché' - unique green and cream marbled foliage. The most ornamental.
Bornholm is the balanced choice - compact without being dwarf, productive without being invasive. If you are hesitating between varieties and space is a constraint, this is the one.
Light & location
The Ficus carica 'Bornholm' is a compact Mediterranean fig tree - but like all fig trees, it needs sun to produce fruit.
- Ideal exposure: full sun to partial shade - minimum 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day.
- Location: small balcony or sunny terrace, very bright windowsill.
- Hardiness: hardy down to -10 °C — it can remain outdoors all year round in regions with mild to moderate winters.
- Substrate: rich and well-drained — potting soil for fruit trees or enriched all-purpose potting soil.
- Pot: minimum diameter of 25–30 cm — slightly smaller than for other varieties thanks to its more compact habit.
Its moderate growth means it does not require intensive regular pruning — a few light cuts at the end of winter are enough to maintain its compact habit. This is one of its main advantages over other fig trees.
Watering & care
- Watering: moderate — allow the substrate to dry slightly between waterings.
- Frequency: 1 to 2 times a week in summer, reduced in winter. Water more regularly during fruiting.
- Drainage: a pot with drainage holes is essential — do not leave standing water in the saucer.
- Fertilizer: once a month in spring and summer with a liquid fertilizer for fruit trees.
- Pruning: light pruning at the end of winter (February-March) to maintain its compact habit. Do not prune in autumn.
- Repotting: every 2–3 years in spring, in a slightly larger pot.
Water regularly while the figs are forming and swelling — a lack of water causes them to drop prematurely. The first few days matter: a few simple steps help you welcome a new plant.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
Its compact habit makes it an ideal plant for small-space arrangements where every centimeter counts.
- On a small balcony: in a 25–30 cm terracotta pot, it creates a productive Mediterranean corner without taking up space. A reliable choice for setting up your balcony.
- In a compact arrangement: pair it with lavender or thyme in an adjacent pot for a cohesive and aromatic mini Mediterranean garden.
- Ideal pot: natural terracotta or wood — warm materials enhance its Mediterranean character.
Its dark purple figs create an elegant contrast with the green foliage at the end of summer — a decorative and edible composition at the same time.
Verdeia tips
- Its moderate growth is an advantage, not a limitation — unlike other fig trees, which can reach 2 to 3 m and require regular pruning, Bornholm naturally stays between 1.5 and 2 m. Less work, the same production.
- Prune in late winter, not in autumn — fruit buds form on the previous year's wood from autumn onward. Always wait until February-March to prune.
- Water more during fruiting — from July to September, maintain regular watering to prevent the figs from dropping prematurely.
- Be patient for the first harvest — 2 to 3 years are needed before significant production begins. The variety's compactness is fully expressed once the shrub is well established.
- Protect it during the first few years — hardy down to -10 °C once established, it may suffer frost damage during the first two seasons. A winter protection fleece or moving it to a lightly sheltered spot is sufficient.
- 🐾 Non-toxic — the figs are edible and the plant is safe for animals.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Ficus carica 'Bornholm'
- Common name: Compact fig tree, Bornholm fig tree
- Family: Moraceae
- Origin: Mediterranean Basin
- Pot diameter: 15 cm
- Approximate height: 40 cm
- Mature size: 1.5–2 m in a pot (moderate growth)
- Exposure: sun to partial shade — at least 4 to 6 hours of sun per day
- Watering: moderate — allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings
- Hardiness: hardy down to -10 °C
- Fruiting: dark purple figs, harvest from July to September
- Care: easy (light annual pruning)
- Toxicity to animals: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Mediterranean / Urban vegetable garden / Compact balcony
- Special feature: the most compact variety in the catalog, naturally moderate growth, manageable mature size, dark purple figs
Each plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. Fruit production naturally varies depending on exposure, the plant's age, and the 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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Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
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Orders ship within 48 working hours, with tracked delivery in 2 to 5 working days via DPD. Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page. You receive a tracking link as soon as your parcel leaves.
What should I do when my plant arrives?
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 should I do if my plant arrives damaged?
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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.