Fig - Chicago Hardy

CHICAGO HARDY

A hardy variety suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 5-10. It has an attractive appearance with large, lobed leaves and a bushy growth habit. The tree can reach a mature height of up to 15 feet and a width of up to 10 feet with a vigorous growth rate. It prefers full sun, aiming for 6-8 hours a day whenever possible. In warmer climates, it will tolerate partial shade as long as it gets plenty of light.

Figs are juicy, sweet, and extremely flavorful, often described as jammy with hints of honey. These figs are packed with antioxidants, which help reduce inflammation and fight disease. They also contain fiber, magnesium, copper, and potassium, which help lower blood pressure.

Grow in the ground or in containers. Produces sweet fleshed fruit that is ideal for eating fresh, roasting and making jam.

• 1 Pot
  
• Self‑pollinating & cold‑hardy fig cultivar
• Sweet, rich brown‑to‑purple fruit with strawberry‑colored flesh
• Ideal for cooler climates and container or in‑ground planting
• 1 Year Old Bush

Colour	Deep Purple
Hardiness Zone	5 - 9
Height	35" (3 ft)
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Fragrant	No
Deer Resistant	Yes
Plant Timing	March - May
Harvest	August - October
Plant Depth	Crown at soil level
Spacing	118" (9 ft)
Other	Self Pollinating.