Ficus carica - 15-20 CM C3

Bulletpoints
* sweet in flavour

Bark
Grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 12 to 15°C is required.

Growth habit
Common fig is a small shrub-like tree that can reach a height of 3 - 4 m and a width of 3 - 4 m.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Ficus carica prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to November - Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
- Fruit trees planted in spring must be watered generously throughout the summer. Well-rooted plants only require additional water in extremely dry conditions. - This plant also thrives on balconies and terraces. Bright, sheltered locations are ideal. Water twice a day on hot days. Fertilise weekly from June onwards. An irrigation system can make the work easier.

Flower
Ficus carica forms inconspicuous flowers from May.

fruit
The brown, yellow-green to purple fruits have a sweet flavour. The drupes are pear-shaped. Ripening time from August.

Use
Consumption, balcony/terrace