{"product_id":"ficus-carica-17cm-80cm","title":"Ficus carica (Fig tree) H80 cm | Pot Ø17 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"ficus-carica\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🍃 Large sculpted foliage very decorative • 🍑 Sweet figs every autumn • ☀️ Full sun • ❄️ Very hardy down to -15 °C • 🐾 Non-toxic • 📏 H80 cm | Pot Ø17 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFicus carica\u003c\/strong\u003e is the common fig tree, a small fruit tree native to the \u003cstrong\u003eMediterranean Basin and Western Asia\u003c\/strong\u003e, cultivated for over 9,000 years. Its large deciduous foliage deeply lobed is one of the most beautiful among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantas-frutales-aromaticas\"\u003efruit trees in the catalog\u003c\/a\u003e — as decorative as productive. In autumn, it offers sweet and sugary figs, directly on terrace or balcony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eVigorous, Very hardy and easy to maintain, it is one of the fruit trees best suited to \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/huertos-urbanos\"\u003eurban pot cultivation\u003c\/a\u003e — aesthetic, productive, and rooted in a millenary Mediterranean tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"gamme-figuiers\" class=\"product-section\" 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 varieties with distinct characteristics. Here is how to place this Ficus carica among the available varieties:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFicus carica\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — the common fig tree in its classic form, large sculpted foliage, sweet brown figs in autumn. The most vigorous and productive variety in pot.\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 — very dwarf habit, ideal for small spaces. Produces two harvests per year on a compact tree 60 to 80 cm tall at maturity.\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 — one of the hardiest varieties, with large very sweet brown figs. Ideal for regions with harsher winters.\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 fig tree specially selected for northern climates, extremely hardy. Brown figs with good flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/ficus-carica-precose-de-dalmatie-15cm-40cm\"\u003eFicus carica 'Précoce de Dalmatie'\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — bifera fig tree with very sweet green-yellow figs, early production from July. The choice for a first harvest in mid-summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026 location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe fig tree is a full sun tree — the more heat it receives, the sweeter and more abundant the figs. A location against a south-facing wall is ideal: the wall stores heat during the day and releases it at night, speeding up fruit ripening and improving winter hardiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure :\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun essential — minimum 6 hours of direct sun per day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation :\u003c\/strong\u003e preferably against a south-facing wall, sheltered from cold winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil :\u003c\/strong\u003e well-drained, even poor or calcareous — dislikes heavy and constantly wet soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e pot of 40 to 60 liters minimum for good production; regular watering and fertilization essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eA fig tree in pot often produces better than in open ground because the root constraint of the pot naturally stimulates fruiting — it is one of the few species for which pot cultivation is truly advantageous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe fig tree is frugal once rooted, but in pot it depends entirely on inputs. Pruning must be done at the end of winter before sap rises — the fig tree \"weeps\" an irritating latex if pruned too late. An \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/abonos-y-nutricion-de-plantas-de-interior-la-guia-completa-para-alimentar-tus-plantas-naturalmente\"\u003eorganic fertilizer rich in potassium\u003c\/a\u003e from May to August intensifies the flavor of the figs. For \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/preparar-sus-plantas-de-interior-para-la-primavera-los-gestos-esenciales-de-febrero-marzo\"\u003ea good restart in spring\u003c\/a\u003e, prune and fertilize from March.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular in summer — 2 to 3 times per week in pot during heat; spaced out in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e only in February-March — remove dead wood and crossing branches; avoid any pruning after March.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e organic rich in potassium from May to August — in pot, apply every 15 days during fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2 to 3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot with fresh substrate enriched with compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardy down to -15 °C; mulch the base in pot for the first 2-3 years to protect the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003ePrune only in February — the white latex that flows from cuts is irritating to skin and eyes; wear gloves and avoid eye contact when pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026 plant combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe fig tree is also a remarkable architectural plant — its twisted silver-gray trunk and large sculpted foliage create a very strong Mediterranean aesthetic, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/combinar-plantas-ambiente-tropical\"\u003eideal for structuring a terrace\u003c\/a\u003e around a strong and generous plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a very productive urban orchard,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/morus-nigra-mulle-murier-noir-bio-d13cm-45cm\"\u003eOrganic Black Mulberry 'Mulle'\u003c\/a\u003e perfectly complements the fig tree — both hardy fruit trees share the same growing conditions and offer successive harvests from summer to autumn with two very distinct flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a fragrant and productive Mediterranean trio,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/citrus-lemon-22cm-80cm\"\u003elemon tree in pot\u003c\/a\u003e provides fruit all year and flower scent in spring — fig tree, mulberry, and lemon tree create a true urban orchard with three pots on a sunny terrace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a decorative climber complement,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/passiflora-caerulea-fleur-de-la-passion-bleue-d15cm-65cm\"\u003eblue Passiflora caerulea\u003c\/a\u003e climbs on an adjacent trellis — its large graphic blue and white flowers contrast beautifully with the large sculpted green foliage of the fig tree throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor an authentic Mediterranean style container,\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/maceta-elho-greenville-redonda-blanca\"\u003emaceta Elho Greenville round white\u003c\/a\u003e made of recycled material provides a neutral and bright background that highlights the twisted trunk and dark green foliage of the fig tree — the white and green contrast is the most Mediterranean color match for this tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eAt the end of summer, fig tree leaves emit a characteristic slightly peppery fig milk scent — place it near a seating area to enjoy this unique Mediterranean fragrance throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\" 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\u003eChoose the largest pot possible from the start:\u003c\/strong\u003e the fig tree produces more generously when its roots have space — a 60-liter container minimum ensures abundant fruiting from the second or third year, while a pot that is too small produces little and quickly exhausts the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrune in February only, never later:\u003c\/strong\u003e the fig tree starts sap flow very early — pruning after March causes abundant irritating latex flow and significantly weakens the plant for the whole season; the right time is late February, once the risk of severe frost has passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest figs only at full maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike other fruits, figs do not ripen after picking — they are ready when they hang slightly and detach without resistance, with a slight drop of nectar at the base; picked too early, they are tasteless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\" 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\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Common fig\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean basin \/ Western Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions at delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e H80 cm | Pot Ø17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 5 m (more compact in pot)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular in summer, spaced out in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e summer to autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit color:\u003c\/strong\u003e green to brown-purple at maturity depending on conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e dark green, deeply lobed, deciduous\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very hardy (down to -15 °C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity for animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e non-toxic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean \/ Architectural \/ 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 shape of the trunk, the density of the foliage, and the size of the leaves naturally vary depending on exposure and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57032009187593,"sku":"33099","price":34.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/ficus-carica-figuier-h80-cm-pot-oe17-cm-verdeia-1889774.jpg?v=1777697350","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/fig-tree-17cm-80cm","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}