Green Ischia Fig is another popular variety of fig tree. It is known for its medium-sized, green-skinned fruit. The figs produced by the Green Ischia Fig tree have a sweet and juicy flesh with a mild flavor. They are often enjoyed fresh or used in various culinary applications, such as salads, desserts, and preserves.
In terms of growth habit, the Green Ischia Fig tree is a medium to large-sized tree that can reach a height of around 15-30 feet. It has a spreading canopy with large, lobed leaves that provide shade and a tropical feel to the landscape. This variety is known for its ability to produce a single crop of figs per year, typically ripening in mid to late summer.
Green Ischia Fig trees are generally hardy and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. They prefer full sun exposure and require regular watering, especially during dry periods.
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12' - 15' |
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6' - 8’ |
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7’ |
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7 - 10 |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance. Water regularly-weekly or more in extreme heat. Watch for mites, aphids, mealybugs, nematodes, and scale. Fruit can become messy if not promptly harvested.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Shade Tree, Edible Landscapes, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Raspberry, Grape, Rosemary
IMAGES: 19Tarrestnom65, Higos napolitanos en La pelechana, CC BY-SA 4.0, (2) Kolya Pynti, Figs in Georgia, CC BY-SA 2.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
