Fig - Ficus carica 'Brogiotto Nero' - 150-160cm, 10lt

Ficus carica 'Brogiotto Nero' is a robust, bushy, deciduous shrub or tree with large, attractive, aromatic, hand-like, deep green leaves and delicious, medium-sized fruits with purplish peel and red pulp, ready for harvesting in September and October. Ficus carica 'Brogiotto Nero' grows best in fertile, neutral, moist, well-drained soils. it doesn’t like waterlogged soils because it may cause a root rot. It prefers sunny positions and best crop is achieved in full sun. Best to be planted against a south wall, sheltered form cold winds. It is resistant to frost, but if grown in containers, it should be brought inside in cold winter climates. Generally, pest free and disease-free. Low maintenance plant. Fig 'Brogiotto Nero' is a lovely, very decorative fruiting tree that can bring a nice Mediterranean feel into a garden. It is robust and tough, cropping abundantly already after its second year. Fig fruits are delicious and can be eaten fresh, dried, or used for culinary purposes.