Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy' - 20-25 CM C1.5

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