Chicago Hardy Fig 'Ficus carica Chicago Hardy' Live Plant
Enhance your garden or patio with the Chicago Hardy Fig, a robust live plant that comes in a convenient 4-inch pot. This very hardy fig shrub is not only an attractive addition to your space with its unique bark and large dark green leaves, but it also yields sweet, edible fruit that ripens beautifully in late summer or fall. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a novice, this plant is sure to impress!
Growth Habit: Compact shrub suitable for container gardening
Color: Dark green leaves with attractive bark
Ideal Location: Grows well indoors or outdoors, transitioning easily between the two
Care Level: Easy to care for, perfect for beginners
Fruit: Produces deep purple to light brown figs with pink flesh
Hardiness: Thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5-11
Versatile: Can be grown as a patio tree or container plant
Product Attributes
Common Name: Chicago Hardy Fig Scientific Name: Ficus carica Chicago Hardy Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings Soil: Well-draining potting mix Hardiness Zones: 5-11 Growth Habit: Compact shrub, great for containers Format: Live plant in a 4-inch pot, bare root option available
Note: We dig up the plants after payment to ensure you receive the freshest specimen possible. Plants are carefully wrapped in soil and wet newspaper for safe shipping. Please be aware that plants may lose some leaves during the replanting process but will usually bounce back within a week. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us!
Shipping to contiguous 48 states only. We do not ship to California or internationally due to plant restrictions. Thank you for your understanding!
