Olympian Fig (rooted)

Olympian figs, a variety cherished for their exceptional flavor and reliable production, hail from the Pacific Northwest. This remarkable fig variety produces large, purple-skinned fruits with a sweet, strawberry-like interior that intensifies in sweetness as the fruit ripens. The skin is tender and edible, making it an excellent choice for fresh consumption, drying, or preserving. Olympian figs are noted for their robust breba crop, followed by a prolific main crop, ensuring a continuous harvest of delicious figs throughout the growing season. This variety is well-suited to cooler climates and demonstrates remarkable cold hardiness compared to other fig varieties.

Latin Name: Ficus carica
Site and Soil: Figs prefer 1/2 day to full sun and well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile.
Hardiness: Figs are hardy to between 0° & 5° F with winter protection.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 8-10 ft in height, smaller with pruning.
Bloom Time: Flowers are not noticeable as they are inside the fruit.
Ripening Time: Late July – early August.
Yield: 10-15 lbs. or more per plant.
Pests & Diseases: Figs are not bothered by pests or diseases in our region. Cover plants with netting if birds are a problem.
USDA Zone: 6 in ground. Potted in any zone.