Black Jack Fig
Ficus carica 'Black Jack'
Attractive garden tree has an interesting winter appearance. Especially sweet, elongated purple fruit produced in summer. Semi-dwarf form makes it a good choice where space is limited. Deciduous.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | FYE-kus KAH-ri-ka |
| Key feature: | Edible |
| Plant types: | Tree, Shrub |
| Garden style: | Tropical |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Sunset climate zones: | 4 - 9, 12 - 24 |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | 15 ft. tall and wide; can be maintained at 6 ft. tall with an annual pruning. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Spreading |
| Special features: | Deer Resistant, Edible, Waterwise |
| Landscape uses: | Container, Espalier, Seacoast Exposure |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 3672 |
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Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Pruning time: winter.
Design Ideas
This semi-dwarf Fig is well-suited for small city gardens where space is limited. If used as an accent tree, keep away from pavement so fallen fruit won't cause staining. Also makes a fine leafy background when allowed to grow into a large shrub. This Fig will bear fruit in most climates.
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Attractive garden tree has an interesting winter appearance. Especially sweet, elongated purple fruit produced in summer. Semi-dwarf form makes it a good choice where space is limited. Deciduous.
Care Information
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Pruning time: winter.
Design Ideas
This semi-dwarf Fig is well-suited for small city gardens where space is limited. If used as an accent tree, keep away from pavement so fallen fruit won't cause staining. Also makes a fine leafy background when allowed to grow into a large shrub. This Fig will bear fruit in most climates.
| Botanical Pronunciation: | FYE-kus KAH-ri-ka |
| Key feature: | Edible |
| Plant types: | Tree, Shrub |
| Garden style: | Tropical |
| Deciduous/evergreen: | Deciduous |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 7 - 9 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Sunset climate zones: | 4 - 9, 12 - 24 |
| Water Needs: | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
| Average landscape size: | 15 ft. tall and wide; can be maintained at 6 ft. tall with an annual pruning. |
| Growth rate: | Moderate |
| Growth habit: | Spreading |
| Special features: | Deer Resistant, Edible, Waterwise |
| Landscape uses: | Container, Espalier, Seacoast Exposure |
| Blooms: | Inconspicuous |
| Foliage color: | Green |
| Item no.: | 3672 |
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