Ronde de Bordeaux fig
Ficus carica 'Ronde de Bordeaux'
USDA zones6 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size8 to 15 feet tall10 to 12 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Ronde de Bordeaux' fig (Ficus carica 'Ronde de Bordeaux') is a fruit for borders, containers, and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It grows fast and stands upright, so give it room to spread. Birds visit the plant.
Pairs well with Sage, Creeping thyme, and Thai basil.