It’s hardy to Zone 7, but if you grow it in a container, simply move it to a sheltered spot or indoors to overwinter. With a mature size of three to four feet tall and wide, the highly prunable ‘Petite Negra’ is particularly well-suited for container growing. This cultivar is also known as ‘Bensonhurst Purple.’ Stems that die back will likely resprout in spring and produce fruit on the new wood. Its stems are hardy to 10☏ and its roots can withstand temperatures down to -20☏. See our guide to growing ‘Hardy Chicago’ fig trees here.Īmong the hardiest of fig trees, this one will withstand Zone 6 winters, and maybe even Zone 5, if planted in a sheltered location. The tree grows 10-15 feet tall, with a spread of 9-12 feet. This variety produces sweet, light purple-brown figs that ripen in late summer. Get a live ‘Celeste’ plant in a three-inch pot from Wellspring Gardens via Amazon. It’s not picky about soil, as long as it is well-draining. This low-maintenance tree is self-fertile, meaning you need only one tree to get fruit. Keep in mind that you will have to offer the tree protection, as described above, in the colder zones. ‘Celeste’ is cold-resistant to 0☏ – like what you will find in Zones 5 and 6 – and does especially well in Zones 7-9. ‘Celeste’ produces small, brown-purple figs that are rich and sweet – so sweet that another nickname for this variety is “sugar fig.” The attractive tree can get quite large at 15 feet tall and wide. Live plants 0f 4-12 inches tall for this variety are available from Andryani via Amazon. ‘Brunswick’ does well in USDA Zones 7, 8, and 9. This tree produces medium-to-large purple fruit, and the pink to amber flesh is especially well-suited for preserving. BrunswickĪlso known as ‘Magnolia,’ the ‘Brunswick’ variety grows to about 10 feet tall by 12 feet wide. You can also order live plants from Home Depot. This tree has shallow, somewhat invasive roots, so keep that in mind when selecting a site.įind a ‘Brown Turkey’ plant in a 4-inch pot from Hirts: Edible Figs via Amazon. ‘Brown Turkey’ does well in Zones 7-9, but with extra attention will overwinter in Zone 6, as well. Some people even prune ‘Brown Turkey’ trees into bonsai plants! These big beauties can grow to 20 feet tall, but can also be pruned to a more manageable size – around 8 feet tall is most desirable. Cold-Tolerant Varieties to ChooseĬheck out this list of cold-hardy fig varieties that could soon be enlivening your landscape and tickling your palate. In other words, if temperatures drop from 70☏ to 10☏ very quickly, the plant will be less likely to be undamaged than if the temperature had decreased more gradually.
One consideration to keep in mind is that, regardless of hardiness rating, the timing of a cold spell can impact a fig tree’s ability to withstand the chill unscathed.
We cover these techniques in more detail in our guide to wrapping fig trees (coming soon!).Īlternatively, you might purchase a dwarf-type fig, plant it in a large container with casters, and overwinter it in a protected area such as a garage. You’ll also want to lay down a thick carpet of mulch round the base of the tree to protect its roots. You can also construct a “cage” of chicken wire around the tree, and then fill the cage with mulching material such as hay, straw, or shredded leaves. If you suspect you might have to cover or wrap your tree to keep it safe through the winter, consider keeping your tree pruned into a bush form.īurlap and tar paper are good materials to use if you need to wrap your tree. Your best bet is to site your tree in a sunny area protected from wind – next to a south-facing wall, for example. Even a type well-suited for your climate needs a head start by being planted in a protected location. Tips for Growing Figs in Cold WeatherĪfter you choose the cold-hardy variety you would like to plant, the next important factor is site selection. The cold-hardy varieties can withstand winters in Zones 6 and 7, but they will require some protection. Most fig trees will thrive unprotected in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-10.
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But first, let’s get some idea of how to maximize success when growing figs in chilly weather.
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