Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig

Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux'

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Overview

Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux' is a delectable fig known for its compact size, making it ideal for small gardens or containers. This self-pollinating tree reaches up to 10 feet tall with a spread of 6-7 feet. It produces small to medium dark purple fruits with a rich, sweet flavor in late summer to fall. Hardy in USDA zones 6-10, it thrives in full sun with moderate water.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean

Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux' is a delectable fig known for its compact size

Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — making it ideal for small gardens or containers

Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — This self-pollinating tree reaches up to 10 feet tall with a spread of 6-7 feet

Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — It produces small to medium dark purple fruits with a rich, sweet flavor in late summer

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–10 Ft.
Mature width: 6–10 Ft.

Classification

Family: Moraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux' is a delectable fig known for its compact size

Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — making it ideal for small gardens or containers

Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — This self-pollinating tree reaches up to 10 feet tall with a spread of 6-7 feet

Violet De Bordeaux Edible Fig (Ficus Carica 'Violette De Bordeaux') — It produces small to medium dark purple fruits with a rich, sweet flavor in late summer

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