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Ficus carica 'Perretta'®
3 Litre Pot – Approx. 55cm Tall
Plant Highlights: Organic-grown fig tree • Sweet, richly flavoured fruit • Attractive lobed foliage • Suitable for gardens and large containers
Overview
Ficus carica 'Perretta'® is a compact fig selected for producing delicious, sweet fruit and attractive ornamental foliage. Supplied organically grown in a 3-litre pot at approximately 55cm tall, it is well suited to growing in a sunny, sheltered garden or a large patio container.
Its distinctive, deeply lobed leaves create a Mediterranean feel throughout the growing season, while the developing figs add both ornamental and culinary appeal. Given warmth, sunshine and free-draining soil, this variety can become a productive addition to an edible garden.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Ficus carica 'Perretta'® |
| Common Name | Fig Tree |
| Plant Type | Deciduous fruit tree |
| Pot Size | 3 litre |
| Supplied Height | Approx. 55cm |
| Light | Full sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching small tree |
| Foliage | Large, deeply lobed green leaves |
| Fruit | Sweet figs when mature |
| Soil | Fertile, free-draining soil |
| Watering | Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry spells, especially in containers |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in a warm, sheltered, sunny location where the tree will receive plenty of direct sunlight. A south- or west-facing wall can provide additional warmth and protection, helping fruit ripen more reliably in Ireland.
Soil
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil. Fig trees also perform well in large containers filled with a quality free-draining compost, provided they are watered and fed during the growing season.
Watering
Water regularly while the tree establishes. Container-grown plants will require more frequent watering during warm weather, allowing excess water to drain freely.
Feeding
Apply a balanced fertiliser during the growing season to support healthy growth. Container-grown trees benefit from regular feeding while actively growing.
Harvesting
Figs are ready to pick when they soften, droop naturally on the stem and develop their full mature colour. They are best enjoyed fresh soon after harvesting.
Why We Love It
- Organic-grown for gardeners seeking organically produced plants.
- Attractive foliage provides ornamental value as well as edible crops.
- Suitable for growing in the ground or in a spacious patio container.
- Brings a Mediterranean character to sunny gardens.
Good to Know
Fig trees appreciate a warm, sheltered position in Ireland for the most reliable fruit production. In colder or more exposed gardens, protecting young plants from severe winter weather can help them establish well.
Product Information
- Supplied as an organic-grown plant.
- Supplied in a 3-litre nursery pot.
- Approximate supplied height: 55cm.
- Height is measured at the time of sale and may vary slightly between plants. Pot size refers to the nursery pot and not the plant's eventual mature size.
Growing & care
- Position & light
- Full sun· Sheltered
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Free draining
- Foliage
- deciduous
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