Ischia fig
Ficus carica 'Ischia'
USDA zones7 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
Size10 to 15 feet tall5 to 8 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Green
Garden uses
Notes
'Ischia' fig (Ficus carica 'Ischia') is a fruit for the food garden. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full sun. It is grown for fresh eating, drying, jams, and desserts. It does well in cool and short summers, and it grows well in containers or espaliered.
Pairs well with Persimmon, Artichoke, and Woolly yarrow.