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Ficus carica 'Mission'

Black Mission Edible Fig

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Description

This is one of the fruit bearing varieties of Fig for home gardeners. It has a beautiful form and lovely leaves that makes it an ornamental fruit tree as well as a food producer.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Watering every day results in shallow roots.

Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).