Green Ischia (rooted)

Green Ischia is a treasured fig variety known for its rich, berry-sweet flavor, vivid interior, and compact growth—making it ideal for home orchards and container culture. The fruit is small to medium-sized, with smooth green skin that conceals a strikingly red pulp. Its taste is intense for its size: sweet, jammy, and deeply fruity, with hints of raspberry and melon when perfectly ripe.

More than just flavorful, Green Ischia is productive and low-maintenance. It grows well in tight spaces and takes well to pruning, making it a solid choice for patios or small gardens. Collectors value it for its reliability, flavor, and ornamental look—especially when its ripening fruit glows against deep green leaves.

Latin Name: Ficus carica
Site and Soil: Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to about 5–10°F with winter protection.
Bearing Age: Starts producing in 1–2 years.
Size at Maturity: 6–8 ft tall; easily maintained at smaller sizes with pruning.
Bloom Time: Inconspicuous; flowers form inside the fruit.
Ripening Time: August to early September.
Yield: 10–12 lbs. per tree with proper care.
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble-free; use netting to deter birds at ripening.
USDA Zone: 7–10 in ground; well-suited for containers in cooler zones.

Green Ischia packs serious flavor in a small, manageable tree. It's one of the best figs you can grow if you're short on space but big on taste.