Fig, 'Ronde de Bordeaux'

Ficus carica

This old French fig selection has shiny black fruit with a dark, reddish black sweet flesh. Highly sought after cultivar. Vigorous grower and very productive.

Size at maturity: Varies according to training technique, pruning and winter die-back.

Cultivation: Plant in rich, well-drained soil in an area that receives six hours of sun.

Zone hardiness: 7-10. In zones 6 and below winter protection is necessary.

Plant size: Trees are about 18-24" with a dense root system, shipped in a 1 quart pot. This size tree will likely fruit in 1-2 years if given proper care.

Shipping Restrictions: Shipment prohibited to CA. No summer (potted plant) shipment to: WA, WY, UT, OR, ND, NM, NV, MT, LA, ID, FL, AZ. These states are ok for fall bare root shipment. Order now for summer or fall 2019 shipping.

Organically grown by Cricket Hill Garden, in compliance with CT NOFA Farmer's Pledge.