Black Mission Fig is known for its blackish-purple skin with a strawberry coloured center. It has a wonderful flavor that is very distinct. Black Mission produces a heavy first crop (breba) in early summer and then its main crop in Fall., This fig is a very vigorous grower, but is not very cold hardy. It is best suited for areas with mild winters.,
Details
Botanical Name
Ficus carica 'Black Mission'
Common Name
Black Mission Fig
Hardiness Zone
- 7
Appearance
Max Height
35 feet
Max Spread
35 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Fruit
Edible Harvest Period
Spring and Fall
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
- Drying
- Preserves
Fruit Colour
- Purplish Black
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Average to Dry
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
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