Sweet Black
Ficus carica
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Description
aka Fig Edible The fig tree is highly ornamental as well has providing us with a delicious edible fruits. Broad lobed glossy green foliage and sweet fruit that ripens around March. Needs a sheltered sunny spot away from harsh winds and frost. Vigorous grower. Deciduous. Fig trees usually fruit 2 to 3 years after planting. They fruit on the new wood. The fruit is picked when the green fruit starts to turn brown and as birds absolutely love figs you may need to cover the tree or be very vigilant. Enjoy. Habit: Tree Spreading. Leaves: Deciduous, Green.
Characteristics
Fig Type
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Synonyms & Alternative Names
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Skin Colours (ripe)
Flesh & Pulp Colours
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Fruit Size
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Fruit Shape
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Eye / Ostiole
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Breba Crop
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Main Crop Timing (NZ)
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Good for Drying
Good for Preserving / Pickling
Can Ripen After Picking
Prone to Splitting
Suitable Growing Areas (NZ)
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Notes & Comments
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Notes
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Country Availability
Known to be available in 1 country