Fig Tree (Ficus carica) DALMATIE

Reliable frost-resistant variety. Bears large tasty fruit twice a year. The great advantage of this variety is the resistance of the fruits to increased soil and air humidity. Ripe fruits do not crack or rot even in the rainy season.

Synonyms: San Pietro, Du Japon, Blanche Navello
Vigour: weak, the plant has a compact shape, even in adulthood it can keep a small growth. Fig tree is suitable for permanent or temporary cultivation in flower pots. Older trees reach a height of approx. 2.5 m outdoors.
Blossom: parthenocarpic, forms fruits without pollination
Fruits: large, pear-shaped, summer fruits weighing 120 - 150 g, autumn fruits 100 - 120 g. Green-yellow on the surface, the flesh is red, aromatic and very sweet.
Harvest season: the first wave of fruits ripens in mid-July and the second from late August
Disease resistance: in our conditions, sensitivity to fungal diseases or pests is not known
Frost resistance: up to -15°C

We should not plant young fig plants directly outdoors. Only after three years in the container with frost-free wintering are the trees stable enough to withstand stronger frosts. A sheltered, sunny location in the garden must also be chosen for frost-hardy varieties, which sufficiently protects the tree from cold northern winds. The soil should be rich in nutrients and well drained. It is advisable to provide winter protection, especially for younger trees. The root area can be protected with a thick layer of mulch made of leaves or straw.