Common Names |
Chicago Hardy Fig, Bensonhurst Purple Fig |
Plant Type |
Perennial Deciduous Tree or Shrub |
Life Cycle |
Perennial |
Food Forest Layer |
Small Tree / Shrub Layer |
Mature Size |
10-15 ft tall (can be kept smaller with pruning) |
Light |
Full Sun |
Water Needs |
Moderate; drought-tolerant once established |
Harvest Season |
Summer through Fall |
Time to Fruit or Harvest |
1-2 years from planting |
Self-Fertile |
Yes |
Growth Rate |
Fast |
Native Region |
Mediterranean origin; adapted for U.S. climates |
Florida Native |
No |
Zones |
USDA Zones 6-10 |
Propagation Method |
Cutting |
Pot Size |
1-Gallon Plantable Biodegradable Coconut Coir Pot |
Seasonal Characteristics |
Deciduous; drops leaves in winter; frost-hardy |