Mission fig

Ficus carica 'Mission'

Moraceae

Mission fig
Edible
USDA zones7 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Erect
Bloom season
Spring

Garden uses

ContainerFood garden

Attracts

Birds

Notes

'Mission' fig (Ficus carica 'Mission') is a fruit for containers and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 7, or down to 0°F (-18°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil. It grows fast and has an erect habit. Birds visit it, and it blooms in early to late spring.

Pairs well with White mulberry, Grape hyacinth, and Sugar Snap pea.