Fig - Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' - Height 20-40cm - 2lt

£19.00

Estimated delivery between March 16 and March 18.

17 in stock

Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' is a vigorous, spreading deciduous shrub or small tree with large, deeply lobed, green leaves and purplish-brown fruits, green when they emerge, with pink flesh, sweet, delicious and rich in flavour. It is ready for harvesting in late summer or autumn. It crops abundantly and another small crop may appear in spring. Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey' is very easy to grow and grows best in organically rich, neutral, moist, well-drained soils. It prefers sunny positions, but can tolerate some shade. The best crop is achieved in full sun. It is resistant to frost but needs to be protected from harsh, winter winds. If grown in containers, it needs to be brought inside in cold winter climates. It is self-fertile, doesn’t need pollinators. Generally, pest-free and disease-free. Fig 'Brown Turkey' is an attractive, ornamental tree, bearing large crops of excellent, delicious fruit that can be eaten fresh, dried, or for culinary purposes.

Details

  • Pot Size

    2

  • Height (cm)

    20-40cm

  • Common Name

    Fig 'Brown Turkey'

  • Family

    Moraceae

  • Type

    deciduous shrub

  • Time to maturity

    10–20 years

Mature Height 2.5–4m

Mature Width: 2.5–4m

Shape/habit: bushy

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