Ficus carica 'Prec de Dalmatie' - 50-60 CM C2

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Ficus carica 'Early Dalmatian'.

Bulletpoints
* sweet, aromatic flavour

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

Growth habit
Common fig 'Precoce de Dalmatie' is a small shrub-like tree that can reach a height of 2 - 3 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 'Precoce de Dalmatie' 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 'Precoce de Dalmatie' forms white flowers from July.

fruit
The green fruits have a sweet, aromatic flavour. The drupes are pear-shaped, elongated. Ripening time from August.

Use
Consumption, balcony/terrace