Beer’s Black Fig Ficus Carica Live Bare Root Plant - 16+ Inches
Experience the exquisite taste and beauty of homegrown Beer’s Black figs with our live bare root plant. Standing at over 16 inches, this fig tree produces medium-sized figs with rich magenta flesh and violet skin, perfect for fresh eating or drying. Get ready to enjoy the sweet, buttery flavor of this self-fertile variety that ripens in July!
Rich magenta flesh with a delightful buttery flavor
Self-fertile, ensuring fruit production without additional pollinators
Hardiness Zones: 2-10 (Outdoor planting: 7-10)
Ideal for pots, making it suitable for colder climates
Resistant to splitting and souring with a “closed eye” when ripe
Perfect for fresh eating and excellent for drying
Freshly dug or unpotted for optimal health during shipping
Plant Attributes
Common Name: Beer’s Black Fig Scientific Name: Ficus carica 'Beer’s Black' Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings Soil: Well-draining soil; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH Hardiness Zones: 2-10 (Optimal outdoor planting in zones 7-10) Growth Habit: Bushy, upright growth with broad leaves Format: Live bare root plant, 16+ inches tall