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Chicago Hardy Fig
Ficus carica 'Chicago Hardy'
Pronunciation: FYE-kus KAH-ri-ka
SKU #09581
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water deeply when soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 10 to 15 ft. tall, 9 to 12 ft. wide; smaller when container grown.
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| Description | This attractive garden tree produces wonderfully sweet, light purplish brown figs with pink flesh that ripen in late summer. One of the hardiest of its kind, Chicago Hardy endures colder zone 6 winters, providing an interesting winter silhouette. Will often tolerate zone 5 temperatures if given a sheltered location and root protection. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for fruit and foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Showy Fruit, Edible, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier |
| Design Ideas | This attractive small tree is well-suited for small city gardens where space is limited. Makes a superb accent tree; keep away from pavement so fallen fruit won't cause staining. Provides a handsome leafy background when allowed to grow as a large shrub. |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Blackberry (Rubus); Grape (Vitis); Fragaria (Strawberry) |
| Care Instructions | Prefers enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; requires less water in fall and winter, more in growing season. Container plantings need additional winter protection in colder zones, or overwinter indoors. Feed lightly in spring. Prune for structure in late winter. |
| Lore | The fig was one of the first plants ever to be cultivated by humans. Fossilized figs dating to 9400-9200 BC were found in an early Neolithic village in the Jordan Valley. |
Details
| Description | This attractive garden tree produces wonderfully sweet, light purplish brown figs with pink flesh that ripen in late summer. One of the hardiest of its kind, Chicago Hardy endures colder zone 6 winters, providing an interesting winter silhouette. Will often tolerate zone 5 temperatures if given a sheltered location and root protection. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for fruit and foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Showy Fruit, Edible, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier |
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| Design Ideas | This attractive small tree is well-suited for small city gardens where space is limited. Makes a superb accent tree; keep away from pavement so fallen fruit won't cause staining. Provides a handsome leafy background when allowed to grow as a large shrub. |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Blackberry (Rubus); Grape (Vitis); Fragaria (Strawberry) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Prefers enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; requires less water in fall and winter, more in growing season. Container plantings need additional winter protection in colder zones, or overwinter indoors. Feed lightly in spring. Prune for structure in late winter. |
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History
| Lore | The fig was one of the first plants ever to be cultivated by humans. Fossilized figs dating to 9400-9200 BC were found in an early Neolithic village in the Jordan Valley. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Chicago Hardy Fig produce flowers?
Inconspicuous; prized for fruit and foliage.
Is Chicago Hardy Fig evergreen or deciduous?
Chicago Hardy Fig is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Chicago Hardy Fig?
Chicago Hardy Fig is Easy Care, Showy Fruit, Edible, Benefits Birds.
Is Chicago Hardy Fig resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant
How fast does Chicago Hardy Fig grow?
Chicago Hardy Fig has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Chicago Hardy Fig in my landscape?
Chicago Hardy Fig is suitable for: Container, Espalier.
How can I use Chicago Hardy Fig in my garden design?
This attractive small tree is well-suited for small city gardens where space is limited. Makes a superb accent tree; keep away from pavement so fallen fruit won't cause staining. Provides a handsome leafy background when allowed to grow as a large shrub.
What color are Chicago Hardy Fig flowers?
Chicago Hardy Fig produces Green flowers.
What color is the foliage of Chicago Hardy Fig?
Chicago Hardy Fig has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Chicago Hardy Fig?
Good companion plants for Chicago Hardy Fig include: Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Blackberry (Rubus); Grape (Vitis); Fragaria (Strawberry).
How do I care for Chicago Hardy Fig?
Prefers enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; requires less water in fall and winter, more in growing season. Container plantings need additional winter protection in colder zones, or overwinter indoors. Feed lightly in spring. Prune for structure in late winter.
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