Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'

Brown fig

Brown Turkey is the most reliable and the most common fig tree grown in the UK. 

Figs will grow perfectly well in a container if fed and watered but really get into their stride when planted against a south facing wall. 

To grow well and produce ripe fruit, figs need heat and full sunlight to thrive. They also need rich, well drained soil and surprisingly, a decent amount of water. 

There are many ways they can be grown - either as free standing specimens, in tubs or fan trained against a suitable building or wall. Each method will dictate the pruning regime. 

We recommend you consult the RHS guide to growing figs, which gives in depth information: https://www.rhs.org.uk/advice/grow-your-own/fruit/figs

Photo: Forest & Kim Starrvai from Wikimedia Commons

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£ 15.00     (7 litre pot)