Ficus carica 'Gustissimo Perretta' (Dwarf Fig Tree) — H30 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
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Frequently asked questions
Can a potted fig tree produce figs in its first year? Yes, the 'Gustissimo Perretta' is selected to bear fruit in its first season in a pot, provided it receives at least 6 hours of full sun daily.
How can you get sweeter figs from a potted fig tree? Slightly reduce watering in August when the figs start to change color — moderate water stress concentrates sugars and significantly enhances the fruit’s flavor at maturity.
Shipping & packaging
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- Delivery in 2 to 5 working days
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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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🍃 Glossy dark green deciduous foliage • 🍑 Sweet figs from the first season • ☀️ Full sun or bright light • 🌡️ Bring indoors below 5 °C • 🐾 Non-toxic • 📏 H30 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
Ficus carica 'Gustissimo Perretta', or dwarf fig tree, is a compact horticultural selection of the common fig tree native to the Mediterranean basin, developed specifically for growing in pots in small spaces. Its naturally compact rounded shape, large glossy dark green lobed foliage, and ability to bear fruit from the first season make it one of the most attractive fruit trees in the fig tree collection for sunny balconies and terraces.
Decorative in spring and summer, spectacular when fruiting, it instantly brings a Mediterranean and delicious touch to any sun-exposed urban space, among the fruit trees and aromatic plants in the catalogue.
Which fig tree should you choose?
The Verdeia fig tree collection features several varieties of Ficus carica with distinct sizes and characteristics. Here's how to position 'Gustissimo Perretta' among the catalogue's references:
- Ficus carica 'Gustissimo Perretta' (this plant) - rounded dwarf growth (1 to 1.5 m), sweet figs from the first season, ideal in a Ø13 cm pot. The most compact variety for small balconies.
- Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' - certified organic dwarf fig tree, bushy growth (H50 cm on delivery), with small, very sweet figs. The organic variety for growing without inputs.
- Ficus carica 'Bornholm' - compact variety with very sweet, dark purple figs and good hardiness. The choice for a medium-sized plant on a terrace.
- Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' - classic, highly productive variety with brown figs and good hardiness down to –10 °C. The choice for an abundant harvest in the ground or in a large container.
Light & location
'Gustissimo Perretta' is above all a Mediterranean fruit tree - it needs warmth and light to bear fruit. The sunnier the location, the sweeter and more abundant the figs will be. Below 5 °C, bring the pot indoors to a bright, frost-free location.
- Light: full sun or bright light - a minimum of 6 hours of direct sun per day for optimal fruiting.
- Location: balcony, terrace, or sheltered conservatory - ideally against a south-facing wall that releases heat at night.
- In a pot: use a 30 to 40 cm deep, well-drained container - the fig tree tolerates being slightly root-bound.
- Overwintering: bring indoors as soon as temperatures drop below 5 °C - place it in a bright, frost-free space until spring returns.
Against a south- or west-facing wall, the heat accumulated by the masonry during the day extends the fruiting season by several weeks and noticeably improves the flavor of the figs.
Watering & care
The fig tree tolerates drought well once established, but in a pot it depends entirely on watering. The finger test remains the best guide - the growing medium should dry slightly on the surface between waterings. Excess water during cold periods is the main cause of decline. Leaves that turn yellow prematurely often have one of the causes of yellowing: growing medium that is too heavy or insufficient light.
- Watering: water regularly in summer while keeping the growing medium slightly moist - much less frequently in winter; allow it to dry out between waterings.
- Growing medium: rich, well-drained fruit-tree potting soil - add sand or pumice to improve drainage.
- Fertilizer: organic fertilizer rich in potassium in spring to stimulate fruiting.
- Pruning: light pruning at the end of winter to maintain a compact shape and open up the silhouette.
Moderate water stress just before the figs ripen - by slightly reducing watering in August - concentrates the sugars and intensifies the flavor of the fruit.
Decor ideas & plant combinations
The fig tree's large, glossy dark green lobed foliage, sculptural rounded shape and decorative purple figs in summer create an immediate Mediterranean atmosphere, whether in a Mediterranean garden or as part of an arrangement on a sunny terrace.
- For a Mediterranean fruit terrace with two harvests, pair it with the 'Mulle' black mulberry - two compact fruit trees, two complementary harvest seasons (July-September for the mulberry, August-October for the fig tree), and two foliage textures that differ greatly (lobed vs heart-shaped).
- For a structured Mediterranean balcony, place the potted fig tree at the center, accompanied by a neighboring lemon tree in a planter - both Mediterranean fruit trees share the same needs for sun and overwintering, creating a cohesive and productive arrangement.
- To enhance the lobed foliage and purple fruits, a white ceramic or unglazed terracotta decorative pot naturally complements the dark green leaves and the deep purple of the ripe figs.
- To complete the arrangement with herbs, a pot of rosemary or thyme at the foot of the fig tree creates a cohesive Mediterranean composition — herbs tolerate summer drought like the fig tree and thrive in the same sunny spot.
The fig tree loses its leaves in winter, but its sculptural, twisted branches remain highly decorative — choose an elegant pot that highlights the silhouette of the bare tree in winter.
Verdeia tips
- Bring the pot indoors before the first frosts: 'Gustissimo Perretta' is sensitive to frost — as soon as nighttime temperatures approach 5 °C, place it in a bright, frost-free room until spring returns in March-April.
- Remove unripe figs before overwintering: at the end of the season, remove all the small fruits that will not ripen before the cold weather — they unnecessarily drain the plant and encourage fungal diseases during overwintering.
- Repot every 2 to 3 years in spring: unlike most fruit trees, the fig tree tolerates being slightly root-bound — wait until the roots emerge from the pot before repotting and increase the diameter by only 3 to 4 cm each time.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Ficus carica 'Gustissimo Perretta'
- Common name: Dwarf fig tree
- Origin: horticultural selection from the Mediterranean basin
- Size on delivery: H30 cm | Pot Ø13 cm
- Mature size: 1 to 1.5 m in a pot
- Exposure: full sun or bright light — minimum 6 h/day
- Watering: regular in summer, very infrequent in winter
- Fruiting: August to October
- Fruit: purple figs, sweet pink flesh
- Foliage: glossy dark green, lobed, deciduous
- Hardiness: sensitive to frost — bring indoors below 5 °C
- Growing: in pots only
- Toxicity to animals: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Mediterranean / Natural / Urban gourmet
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The size of the fruits and the density of the foliage naturally vary depending on the exposure and the plant's age.
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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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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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