Sagasser Fig (rooted)

*In this order you will receive 1 rooted Sagasser Fig Tree

The fig has an elongated shape, rather than being round or short like many other figs. Its background is green, with a bronze-brown striping and a thick skin. When eaten, the fig has a chewy texture and a delicious flavor with hints of caramel and brown sugar. The seeds are not crunchy, but the fig produces a good second crop. The fig tree was originally from the Sagasser Ranch on the Salmon River in northern California, and has been able to survive for many years in a harsh environment without any care. The tree has a rich history, as it was brought to the ranch by Diane Wickstrom's grandfather, a whaling captain in the late 1800s, from the Isle of Flores by his sweetheart from the Azores.

Latin Name: Ficus carica
Site and Soil: Figs like 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: 7 in ground. Potted in any zone.