Ficus carica Brown Turkey (Hardy fig tree) - 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.
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
- Shipping costs and the free-shipping threshold depend on your country — see our delivery page
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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 promptly at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- We will find the right solution for your situation
- No return needed — we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage in transit, plants severely weakened on arrival, and order preparation errors.
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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🍇 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 tree variety in our catalog — it can withstand temperatures down to -15 °C and stay outdoors all year round, even in regions with cold winters. Its brown-purple figs are delicious, and production is abundant and reliable from year to year.
A Mediterranean fruiting shrub with no compromises for balconies and terraces exposed to cold. Pair it with fruit and aromatic plants and plants for balconies and terraces.
Which fig tree variety should you choose?
Every fig tree has its strengths — hardiness, earliness, compactness, or ornamental foliage. Here is how Brown Turkey compares with other fig trees:
- Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' (this plant) — ultra-hardy down to -15 °C, brown-purple figs, reliable production. The most cold-hardy.
- Ficus carica 'Précoce de Dalmatie' — harvest from June-July, dark purple figs. The earliest.
- Ficus carica 'Panaché' — unique green and cream variegated foliage. The most ornamental.
- Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' — highly productive dwarf variety, ideal for small spaces. The most compact.
- Ficus carica 'Bornholm' — compact growth, dark purple figs, ideal for balconies. The balanced choice.
Brown Turkey is the only fig tree in our catalog that can withstand temperatures down to -15 °C — if you live in a region with cold winters or your balcony is poorly sheltered, it is the safest choice.
Exposure & location
The Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' is a Mediterranean fig tree — hardy in cold weather, but still requiring plenty of sun for good fruit production.
- Ideal exposure: full sun to partial shade — at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day.
- Location: a sunny, south- or southwest-facing balcony or terrace.
- Hardiness: very hardy down to -15 °C - it can remain outdoors year-round without protection in almost all regions.
- Substrate: rich and well-drained - potting soil for fruit trees or enriched universal potting soil.
- Pot: at least 30–40 cm in diameter for good root development.
Its exceptional hardiness does not mean it can do without sun - without at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day, fruiting will be reduced even for this hardy variety.
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 allow water to collect 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, in a slightly larger pot.
Even though it tolerates drought once established, water it 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 can help you welcome a new plant.
Decor Ideas & Plant Pairings
Its large, dark green lobed leaves and brown-purple figs create a robust and productive Mediterranean composition - even on north-facing or cold-exposed balconies.
- In an urban vegetable garden: pair it with lavender, rosemary, or thyme for a cohesive and hardy Mediterranean urban garden.
- Fruit duo: pair it with an Organic Raspberry Plant 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 poorly sheltered or exposed balconies - where other fig trees may struggle, Brown Turkey remains untroubled.
Verdeia Tips
- No winter protection needed after the second year — once well rooted, the Brown Turkey withstands winters down to -15 °C without fleece or shelter. In the first year, mulching around the base is sufficient as a precaution.
- Prune in late winter, not in autumn — fruit buds are already formed on the previous year's wood from autumn onwards. Autumn pruning would remove them and reduce the following harvest. Always wait until February-March.
- Water more during fruiting — from July to September, maintain regular watering. Soil that dries out too much while the figs are swelling causes them to drop prematurely.
- Be patient with the first harvest — a young plant takes 2 to 3 years before producing significantly. The variety's reliability is fully expressed once the shrub is well established.
- Drought-tolerant once established — after 2 to 3 years, its deep root system enables it to withstand dry periods. Before then, do not neglect watering.
- 🐾 Non-toxic — the figs are edible and the plant is safe for animals.
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
- Mature size: up to 2–3 m in a pot (can be controlled through pruning)
- 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: very hardy down to -15 °C
- Fruiting: brown-purple figs, harvest from July to September
- Care: easy (annual pruning recommended)
- Toxicity to animals: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Mediterranean / Urban vegetable garden / Sunny balcony
- Special feature: hardiest variety in the catalogue, withstands temperatures down to -15 °C, abundant and reliable production, brown-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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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.
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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?
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.