{"product_id":"ficus-gustissimo-perretta-figuier-nain","title":"Ficus carica 'Gustissimo Perretta' (Dwarf Fig Tree) — H30 cm | Pot Ø13 cm","description":"\u003csection class=\"product-content verdeia-product\" id=\"ficus-gustissimo-perretta\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🍃 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 | Ø13 cm pot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFicus carica 'Gustissimo Perretta'\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cem\u003edwarf fig tree\u003c\/em\u003e, is a compact horticultural selection of the common fig native to the \u003cstrong\u003eMediterranean basin\u003c\/strong\u003e, developed specifically for pot cultivation in small spaces. Its naturally contained rounded habit, large glossy dark green lobed leaves, and ability to fruit from the first season make it one of the most attractive fruit trees in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ficus-carica\"\u003efig tree collection\u003c\/a\u003e for sunny balconies and terraces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eDecorative in spring and summer, spectacular when fruiting, it brings an immediate Mediterranean and gourmet touch to any sun-exposed urban space, among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-frutales-aromaticas\"\u003efruit and aromatic plants\u003c\/a\u003e in the catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"gamme-ficus-carica\" aria-labelledby=\"gamme-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"gamme-title\"\u003eWhich fig tree to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ficus-carica\"\u003eVerdeia fig tree collection\u003c\/a\u003e offers several \u003cem\u003eFicus carica\u003c\/em\u003e varieties with distinct sizes and characteristics. Here’s how the 'Gustissimo Perretta' fits among the catalog references:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFicus carica 'Gustissimo Perretta'\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — rounded dwarf habit (1 to 1.5 m), sweet figs from the first season, ideal in a Ø13 cm pot. The most compact variety for small balconies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-carica-little-miss-figgy\"\u003eFicus carica 'Little Miss Figgy'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — certified organic dwarf fig tree, bushy habit (H50 cm at delivery), small and very sweet figs. The organic variety for input-free cultivation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-carica-bornholm-15cm-40cm\"\u003eFicus carica 'Bornholm'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — compact variety with very sweet dark purple figs, good hardiness. The choice for a medium size on terraces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-carica-brown-turkey-15cm-40cm\"\u003eFicus carica 'Brown Turkey'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — classic variety, very productive with brown figs, hardy down to –10 °C. The choice for abundant harvests in open ground or large containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026amp; location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe 'Gustissimo Perretta' is primarily a Mediterranean fruit tree — it needs warmth and light to fruit. The sunnier the exposure, the sweeter and more abundant the figs will be. Below 5 °C, bring the pot indoors to a frost-free, bright place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or bright light — at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e balcony, terrace, or sheltered veranda — ideally against a south-facing wall that retains heat at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn a pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e container 30 to 40 cm deep, well-drained — the fig tree tolerates being slightly root-bound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter care:\u003c\/strong\u003e bring indoors as soon as temperatures drop below 5 °C — into a frost-free, bright room until spring returns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eAgainst 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe fig tree tolerates drought well once established, but in a pot it depends entirely on watering. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/prueba-del-dedo-el-metodo-infalible-para-saber-cuando-regar-tus-plantas\"\u003eThe finger test\u003c\/a\u003e remains the best guide — the substrate should dry slightly on the surface between waterings. Excess water during cold periods is the main cause of decline. If leaves yellow prematurely, check the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/hojas-amarillas-5-causas-y-soluciones\"\u003ecauses of yellowing\u003c\/a\u003e — often a substrate that is too heavy or lack of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular in summer, keeping the substrate slightly moist — very sparse in winter, allowing it to dry between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, well-drained fruit soil — add sand or pumice to improve drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e potassium-rich organic fertilizer in spring to stimulate fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e light pruning at the end of winter to maintain a compact shape and open the silhouette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eModerate water stress just before the figs ripen — by slightly reducing watering in August — concentrates sugars and intensifies the fruit’s flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"associations-deco\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe large, glossy dark green lobed leaves of the fig tree, its sculptural rounded shape, and its decorative purple figs in summer create an immediate Mediterranean atmosphere, whether in a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/jardin-mediterraneo\"\u003eMediterranean garden\u003c\/a\u003e or as part of a composition on a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/balcon-terraza\"\u003esunny terrace\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a Mediterranean fruit terrace with a double harvest,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/morus-nigra-mulle-morera-negra-ecologica-d13cm-45cm\"\u003eblack mulberry 'Mulle'\u003c\/a\u003e — two compact fruit trees, two complementary harvest seasons (July-September for the mulberry, August-October for the fig tree), and two very different leaf textures (lobed vs heart-shaped).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a structured Mediterranean balcony,\u003c\/strong\u003e place the potted fig tree in the center accompanied by a nearby \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/citrico-limon-22cm-80cm\"\u003elemon tree\u003c\/a\u003e in a decorative pot — both Mediterranean fruit trees share the same sunlight and winter care needs, creating a coherent and productive arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo enhance the lobed foliage and purple fruits,\u003c\/strong\u003e a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/macetas-ceramica\"\u003edecorative pot in white ceramic or unglazed terracotta\u003c\/a\u003e naturally harmonizes with the dark green leaves and the deep purple of ripe figs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo complement the arrangement with herbs,\u003c\/strong\u003e a pot of rosemary or thyme at the base of the fig tree creates a coherent Mediterranean composition — the herbs tolerate summer drought like the fig tree and share the same sunny location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe fig tree loses its leaves in winter but its sculpted, twisted branches remain very decorative — choose an elegant pot that highlights the silhouette of the bare tree in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"tips\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBring the pot indoors before the first frosts:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 'Gustissimo Perretta' is frost sensitive — as soon as temperatures approach 5 °C at night, place it in a frost-free, bright room until spring returns in March-April.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove unripe figs before wintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e at the end of the season, remove all small fruits that won’t mature before the cold — they unnecessarily drain the plant and encourage fungal diseases during wintering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot every 2 to 3 years in spring:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike most fruit trees, the fig tree tolerates being slightly root-bound — wait until roots come out of the pot before repotting and increase the diameter by only 3 to 4 cm each time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection class=\"product-section\" id=\"caracteristiques\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFicus carica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Gustissimo Perretta'\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf fig tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e horticultural selection from the Mediterranean basin\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions at delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e H30 cm | Pot Ø13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 1.5 m in pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or bright light — minimum 6 h\/day\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular in summer, very sparse in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit season:\u003c\/strong\u003e August to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e purple figs, sweet pink flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e shiny dark green, lobed, deciduous\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e frost sensitive — bring indoors below 5 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing method:\u003c\/strong\u003e pot only\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity for pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean \/ Natural \/ Urban gourmet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach 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 exposure and the age of the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56237383745801,"sku":"6630","price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/ficus-gustissimo-perretta-figuier-nain-o13cm-45cm-verdeia-5036257.jpg?v=1771909627","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/ficus-gustissimo-perretta-dwarf-fig","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}