Fig
Figs have a long, historical and flavorful history! The edible fig is one of the first plants that were cultivated by humans and is probably one of the most eulogised of all fruits. Artists, writers and poets have waxed eloquent about the apearance and the flavour of the fruit – just read D H Lawrence’s somewhat erotic poem about Figs!
Figs have provided sustenance for man for as long as there has been dietary history, and they were the first fruits to be dried and stored by man. There was a fig tree in the Garden of Eden and whether it was the forbidden fruit is debatable, but it is definite that a fig tree provided the first clothing; “...the eyes of both of them were opened, and they knew that they were naked; and they sewed fig leaves together, and made themselves aprons.” It is probably for this reason that fig leaves, or depictions of fig leaves, have long been used to cover the genitals of nude figures in painting and sculpture. So, if you know that you are naked, you know what to do!
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Pliny, the Roman writer said, “Figs are restorative. They increase the strength of young people, preserve the elderly in better health and make them look younger with fewer wrinkles.” The bit about the wrinkles alone should be motivation enough to rush out and buy a fig tree or two!
Figs can be eaten fresh or dried, and used in jam-making and baking and there is nothing to touch Fig, Mascarpone and Walnut praline tartlets. Figs provide more soluble and insoluble fiber (both of which are important for good health) than any other common fruit or vegetable. The list of mineral nutrients in figs is impressive. Even if you don’t care a fig about its nutrition, grow it for its delectability!
The flower is invisible, as it blooms inside the fruit. Figs enjoy being pruned - and can therefore be controlled in size – as they produce their fruit on new wood. The tree itself is highly decorative with its light grey bark, ballooning habit and large shapely leaves; a tree well worth finding a sunny spot for.
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13 LISTINGS
aka Fig Edible
Brons Beauty is a green skinned variety with a hint of purple when ripe. The flesh is soft, sweet and pink. This fruiting fig is highly ornamental as well as productive. Large glossy green foliage and a vigorous growth habit. Deciduous
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 4m
Fig Brons Beauty
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$26.99
aka Fig Edible
This fruiting fig is highly ornamental as well as productive. Large glossy green foliage and a vigorous growth habit with large fruit that are purplish brown with pink flesh and a rich flavour. A favourite fig for jam and preserving. Likes the sun and protection from harsh frost. Deciduous.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 4m
Fig Brown Turkey
Current Stock Height: 20cm
Container: 3l ?
$21.99
aka Fig Edible
A highly ornamental tree that has the added bonus of providing delicious fruit twice throughout the year in January and April. The fruit is purple-black with a succulent red flesh. Plant in a sunny well drained position with protection from harsh frost. Deciduous.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 4m
Fig Brunoro Black
Current Stock Height: 20/30cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$21.99
aka Fig Edible
Invite Mrs Williams into your garden and you will have a very attractive tree that has the bonus of 2 crops of large fruit per year in January and April. The fruit has green/yellow neck and brown/purple base with red flesh and delicious. Plant in a sunny well drained position with protection from harsh frost. Deciduous.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 4m
Fig Mrs Williams
Current Stock Height: 20/40 cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$21.99
aka Fig Edible
Oakura is a green skinned variety. This fruiting fig is highly ornamental as well as productive. Large glossy mid green foliage and a vigorous growth habit. The sweet red fruit are produced in large quantities. Deciduous.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 2m
Fig Oakura
Current Stock Height: 30 cm
Container: 3.5l ?
$26.99
aka Tiger Fig
With the striking fruit striped green and yellow is it any wonder this fig is known as the 'Tiger Fig'. Highly ornamental and delicious eating. Needs a really warm position and protection from frost to do well. Fruit matures late in autumn. Deciduous.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 5m x 4m
Fig Panache
Current Stock Height: 35/50cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$21.99
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