Ischia Fig Tree Live Starter Plant | Ficus carica | Small Potted Fig

About This Plant

Ischia Fig (Ficus carica) is a deciduous fruit tree often grown for its sweet, edible fruit. This listing is for a small rooted starter plant, not a mature tree. The plant is self-fertile and suitable for home orchards, edible gardens, patios, and container growing. Growth is described as moderate to fast once established.

What You Will Receive

1 live Ischia Fig Tree starter plant — small rooted plant shipped without a nursery pot. The root ball is wrapped in damp material for moisture retention during shipping. Plant height and fullness vary by batch. The plant is a deciduous fruit tree and self-fertile.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Ischia Fig
• Botanical Name: Ficus carica
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree / shrub
• Growth Stage: Small rooted starter plant
• Sun Requirements: Bright protected light while young; acclimate to full sun as it establishes
• Soil: Loose, fertile, fast-draining
• Watering: Keep moderately moist during establishment; avoid waterlogged conditions; reduce watering during winter dormancy
• Mature Height: Approximately 15–30 feet depending on conditions and pruning
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast once established
• USDA Zones: Approximately 7–10
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Notes

• This is a small starter plant; use a 3–4 inch container initially.
• Use fast-draining soil and allow ~6 months for root establishment before increasing container size.
• After shipping, place in bright light with gradual sun exposure. During fall/winter, leaf drop and dormancy are normal; reduce watering until active growth resumes in spring.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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