Black Jack Fig
Ficus carica 'Black Jack'
SKU
3672
Attractive garden tree; its bold branching structure 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. Full sun. Maintained at 6 feet tall with an annual pruning; or to 15 feet tall and wide. Cutting grown.
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7 - 9 Change
Full sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | FYE-kus KAH-ri-ka |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Grows to 15 ft. tall and wide; easily kept to 6 ft. with annual pruning. |
| Bloom Time | Inconspicuous; prized for fruit and foliage. |
| 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. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Mediterranean, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier, Specimen, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden, Kitchen Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Fruit Tree & Vine |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Edible, Showy Fruit, Tolerates Alkaline Soil, Tolerates Poor Soils, Year-round Interest, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Sweet Summer Fruit |
Prefers enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency, once established. Requires less water in fall and winter, more in growing season. Shelter in colder zones; may die back and re-sprout from roots in spring. Apply fertilizer in spring. Prune in late winter.
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