Ficus carica 'Ronde de Bordeaux' - 5 Ltr pot

Description
The Common fig 'Ronde de Bordeaux' (Ficus carica) produces dark purple-coloured fruits. They have a sweet flavour. Well-drained, humus-rich soil and a sunny location create ideal conditions for a high-yielding harvest from August. With its shrub-like growth, the Common fig 'Ronde de Bordeaux' grows to around 4 metres high and 4 metres wide, making it ideal for growing in pots on balconies or terraces.

Bulletpoints
* sweet flavour * attractive yellow autumn colouring * suitable for growing in pots

leaves
The deciduous leaves of Common fig 'Ronde de Bordeaux' are dark green, glossy and lobed. Common fig 'Ronde de Bordeaux' turns bright yellow in autumn.

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
Shrub-like. Generally grows 20 - 75 cm per year.

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

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Ficus carica 'Ronde de Bordeaux' prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil. Commercially available container plant 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 'Ronde de Bordeaux' forms dark purple-coloured fruits.

Use
Tubs, consumption, balcony/terrace

Root
Ficus carica 'Ronde de Bordeaux' is a heartroot.