A green-skinned fig with strawberry-pink, very sweet flesh, traditionally prized for drying and jam. Self-fertile and drought-hardy once established, it thrives in hot, dry, sunny gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 5 m H × 5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: happy on low water
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About White Adriatic Fig
Botanically, Ficus carica 'White Adriatic' is a fast-growing fruiting tree in the Moraceae family. It reaches around 5 m tall and 5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Cream green flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow White Adriatic Fig
White Adriatic Fig suits warm-temperate, Mediterranean and subtropical climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice.
Soil & planting
White Adriatic Fig does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
White Adriatic Fig is happy on low water, so once its roots are down it needs little supplementary water. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune White Adriatic Fig after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using White Adriatic Fig in the garden
White Adriatic Fig earns its place for edible harvests, a feature or specimen planting and a shade tree.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair White Adriatic Fig with other plants that enjoy the same happy on low water and warm-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Buying White Adriatic Fig
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