Ficus carica 'Brogiotto Nero' - 1/2 STEM GIRTH 18-20 CM C130

Description
The Common fig 'Brogiotto Nero' (Ficus carica) produces purple, juicy fruits. They are pear-shaped or round and have a sweet, aromatic flavour. Well-drained, loamy, slightly acidic soil and a sunny location create the ideal conditions for a high-yield harvest from August. With its shrub-like growth, the Common fig 'Brogiotto Nero' grows to around 4 metres high and 4 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* sweet, aromatic flavour

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 12 to 15°C is required.

Growth
Shrubby.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Ficus carica 'Brogiotto Nero' prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilising: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to November - Pruning: In the period from February to March.

Care
- Fruit trees planted in spring must be watered generously throughout the summer. Well-rooted plants only require additional water in extremely dry conditions. - This plant also thrives on balconies and terraces. Bright, sheltered locations are ideal. Water twice a day on hot days. Fertilise weekly from June onwards. An irrigation system can make the work easier.

Fruit
Ficus carica 'Brogiotto Nero' forms purple, pear-shaped, round fruits.

Use
Consumption, balcony/terrace