Description
Homegrown and cared for by our TCMGA Demonstration Garden Greenhouse Master Gardener volunteers.
Picture and description may vary from plants purchased. Some plants donated from Master Gardeners may have unknown variety and/or color of plant
A wicking container is a self-contained. method for growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. This container provides a built-in water reservoir that allows a plant to self-irrigate. The design is ideal for individuals who are new to gardening or have limited space but is also used by seasoned gardeners.
Common Name: Celeste Fig, Sugar Fig
Type: Deciduous Fruit Tree
Family: Moraceae
Zone: 6 to 10
Height: 6.00 to 10.00 feet
Spread: 6.00 to 10.00 feet
Bloom Time: Seasonal bloomer, most cold hardy fig
Bloom Description: Green
Sun: Full sun to Part shade
Water: Medium, well-drained soil
Maintenance: Medium
Flower: Insignificant
Leaf: Bright dark green lobed, large, thick and rough leaves, upper surface is green and rough with hairs and the underside is paler and smooth.
Fruit: Showy, edible, medium, light brown to purple skin and bright pink sweet flesh
Attracts: Birds
Tolerate: Heat