Italian Honey Fig Trees Produce Up to 10-15 lbs of Fruit Per Season
Grow Sweet, High-Quality Figs at Home with the Italian Honey Fig Tree
- Massive harvests: Several pounds of fruit can be harvested from a single tree once mature.
- Perfect for containers: The mature height of 6-10 ft makes it a go-to choice for apartment gardeners and smaller landscapes.
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Self-pollinating: One tree is all you need to start growing your own fruit!
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Adaptable to hot and cold: Thrives in USDA hardiness zones 7-10, but can grow farther north with cold protection in the winter
Enjoy two generous harvests per year with the Italian Honey Fig Tree which offers up to 15 lbs of sweet, green-yellow figs with amber flesh. This cold-hardy, self-pollinating fig is perfect for fresh eating, preserves, and even container gardening.
Why You'll Love the Lattarula Fig Tree
The Italian Honey Fig Tree, also known as the Lattarula Fig or Blanche, is a cherished variety known for its delicious fruit and adaptability across a range of climates. This productive tree bears medium-sized fruit with greenish-yellow skin and soft, light amber flesh, offering a honey-like sweetness that’s perfect for fresh eating, drying, or turning into luxurious preserves. With its rich flavor and smooth texture, this fig is a must-have for gourmet gardeners and fruit lovers alike.
Italian Honey Fig Tree Hardiness
Unlike many figs, the Italian Honey Fig tolerates colder winters and performs well in both warm and cool climates. It thrives when planted in the ground in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10, but it can also be grown in containers in zones as cold as 3-11 just move it indoors before winter hits. In ideal conditions, this fig tree matures to about 8 to 10 feet tall and wide, making it a great option for urban gardeners, small yards, or patios. With proper care, it reliably produces two harvests a year, one in late July and another in early fall, delivering as much as 10 to 15 pounds of figs per season.
Italian Honey Fig Tree Care
Perfect for first-time growers, the Italian Honey Fig is a self-pollinating fruit tree, so there’s no need to plant a second tree for fruit production. It’s also drought-tolerant once established! The tree’s closed-eye fruit helps prevent spoilage and splitting, making it an ideal pick for regions with summer rain or humidity. All it needs is full sun exposure, at least 8 hours per day, and well-draining, loamy soil. Water thoroughly during the first year as the tree establishes.
Order Your Italian Honey Fig Tree Online
Since 1980, our family-run nursery in sunny Florida has been dedicated to growing quality trees, and the Italian Honey Fig is no exception. Each tree is cared for by our plant experts, before being shipped straight from our farm to your doorstep, arriving healthy, vigorous, and ready to grow. Skip the grocery store and enjoy the unbeatable flavor of fresh, sun-ripened figs grown right in your backyard, balcony, or patio.
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