Fig Trees

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First to fruit with multiple harvests a year. The intensely nutritious fig is one of a kind. Besides its creamy texture, subtle hints of berry with undertones of vanilla flavor, this age-old fruit is packed with more than a decadent taste. According to the American Diabetes Association, figs are high in fiber and help to promote functional control of diabetes, and its leaves can reduce insulin requirements, too. This fruit tree will not only surprise you with its hardiness and many luxurious culinary capabilities, it can also add a touch of character to any area where you let her stand gracefully. Type of Fig: Celeste Fig Growing Zone 7-11 outdoors Harvest July to August Year to Bear First year Annual Growth 3 feet Spacing 10 feet Full or Partial Sun Full Sun: 6 to 8 hours Characteristics Also known as the Sugar Fig. Small to medium-sized fruit with a sweet flavor comparable to candy. Brown and violet skin with a strawberry pink flesh. Type of Fig: Black Mission Fig Growing Zone 7-10 outdoors Harvest June to September Year to Bear First year Annual Growth 2 feet Spacing 3 to 5 feet Full or Partial Sun Full Sun: 6 to 8 hours Characteristics Medium-sized fruit with hints of strawberry, melon and banana flavors and a jammy dark pink textured flesh. Blackish-purple skin. Type of Fig: Black Mission Fig Growing Zone 7-10 outdoors Harvest June to September Year to Bear First year Annual Growth 2 feet Spacing 3 to 5 feet Full or Partial Sun Full Sun: 6 to 8 hours Characteristics Medium-sized fruit with hints of strawberry, melon and banana flavors and a jammy dark pink textured flesh. Blackish-purple skin. Type of Fig: Brown Turkey Fig Growing Zone 7-10 outdoors Harvest June Year to Bear First year Annual Growth 2 feet Spacing 10 to 20 feet apart Full or Partial Sun Full/Partial Sun: 4 to 8 hours Characteristics Brownish-dark purple with a sweet flavor and a light red flesh that has few seeds. Type of Fig: Chicago Hardy Fig Growing Zone 5-10 outdoors Harvest July to October