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Ficus carica /Common Fig
Specimen tree branching near the ground
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Scientific Name:
Ficus carica
Common Name:
Common Fig
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
7, 8, 9, 10
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Height:
15-20 feet
Spread:
15 - 20 feet
Fruit present:
Summer
Fruit color:
Brown
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
This broad-spreading, low-branched, and often multi-trunked tree can cover a large area. It produces delicious, edible figs in summer that are a favorite of humans and many species of birds. Easy to grow and will produce a good crop of fruit, provided it is not stressed for water after the fruit are visible. Susceptible to leaf rust that can cause leaf drop in summer.