Description
xKathleen's Black Fig 'Ficus carica' Live Starter Plant
Bring the taste of the Mediterranean to your garden with our Kathleen's Black Fig 'Ficus carica' live starter plant. This hardy fig tree is renowned for its sweet, succulent fruit and striking foliage. Perfect for home gardeners looking to grow their own fresh figs, this starter plant is easy to care for and will flourish in the right conditions.
- Growth Habit: Compact and bushy, making it suitable for smaller gardens.
- Color: Dark green leaves and rich purple-black fruit.
- Ideal Location: Thrives in sunny spots, either in the garden or in pots on patios.
- Care Level: Low maintenance, perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
- Fruit Production: Produces sweet, juicy figs that are great for eating fresh or drying.
- Attracts Pollinators: Flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects.
- Versatile: Can be grown indoors in pots or outdoors in the garden.
Plant Attributes
Common Name: Kathleen's Black Fig
Scientific Name: Ficus carica
Sunlight: Full sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily)
Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8
Hardiness Zones: 7-10
Growth Habit: Compact and bushy, can reach up to 10-15 feet when mature
Format: Live starter plant, approximately 4 inches in height
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