Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' - 2 Ltr, single cane

Description
The Common fig 'Little Miss Figgy' (Ficus carica) produces red-brown fruits. They are cone-shaped and have a sweet flavour. Well-drained, loamy, slightly acidic soil and a sunny location create ideal conditions for a high-yield harvest from August. Its white flowers are a beautiful sight. With its shrub-like growth, the Common fig 'Little Miss Figgy' grows to around 90 cm high and 80 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* sweet in flavour

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Common fig 'Little Miss Figgy' are dark green, glossy and lobed.

Bark
Grey bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

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

Growth
Common fig 'Little Miss Figgy' is a small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 70 - 90 cm and is approx. 50 - 80 cm wide. It usually grows 20 - 40 cm per year.

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

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' 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.

Flower
Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' forms white flowers from May.

Fruit
Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' forms red-brown, conical fruits.

Use
Consumption, balcony/terrace