Texas Everbearing (Rooted)

In this package you will receive 1 small rooted fig of Texas Everybearing.

The Texas Everbearing Fig Tree, Ficus carica 'Texas Everbearing', is a robust and versatile variety known for its long harvesting season and adaptability to a wide range of climates. This variety is particularly valued for its resilience, moderate cold tolerance, and the high quality of its fruit, making it a popular choice among both novice and experienced gardeners.

Latin Name: Ficus carica 'Texas Everbearing'

Site and Soil: 'Texas Everbearing' thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce optimally. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil, adaptable across a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0. While it can tolerate various soil types, ensuring proper drainage is crucial to prevent root diseases.

Pollination Requirements: This fig variety is self-fertile, which means it does not require another variety for pollination. This trait simplifies cultivation and makes it an ideal choice for gardeners with limited space for multiple trees.

Hardiness: 'Texas Everbearing' is hardy in USDA zones 7 through 10. It demonstrates a good level of cold tolerance for a fig tree, though it may require winter protection in the cooler end of its range or can be grown in containers in colder zones to move indoors during winter.

Bearing Age: Trees typically begin to bear fruit within one to two years after planting, with productivity increasing as the tree matures. Proper care and favorable growing conditions can accelerate the onset of fruiting.

Size at Maturity: The 'Texas Everbearing' fig tree can reach heights and spreads of 10-15 feet but can be kept smaller through regular pruning. Its growth habit makes it suitable for a variety of garden sizes and for container cultivation.

Bloom Time: As with other fig varieties, 'Texas Everbearing' does not have a traditional bloom period. The fruit develops in late spring and early summer, directly on the tree's branches.

Ripening Time: This variety produces fruit from early summer through fall, offering a long harvesting period. The first crop in early summer is usually lighter, with the main crop ripening in late summer to early fall.

Yield: A mature 'Texas Everbearing' fig tree can produce a generous harvest, with the potential for multiple crops in a year, especially in warmer climates.

Pests & Diseases: While generally robust, 'Texas Everbearing' can be susceptible to pests and diseases common to figs. Good cultural practices, such as proper spacing and pruning for air circulation, can help minimize these issues.

USDA Zone: 7-10. This range reflects the tree's adaptability to a variety of climates, from temperate to warmer regions, making it a versatile option for many gardeners.

The Texas Everbearing Fig Tree is celebrated for its delicious, large, brownish-purple fruit with sweet, amber flesh that's excellent for fresh eating, drying, and preserves. Its extended harvesting season and adaptability to different growing conditions make it a valuable addition to any garden or orchard, offering the joy of homegrown figs over an extended period.