Commonly referred to as the Tiger Fig, this striped yellow and green fruit producer is an intriguing cultivar, which dates all the way back to 1668 despite looking relatively modern. Figs make for an eye-catching feature when trained up a sunny wall or grown in patio containers, where it’s fruit will flourish and be ready to crop in August to September. If protected, you can expect a second late summer crop where they’ll ripen the following summer. Height: 3m (9′). Spread: 4m (13′).
Growing Information
Grow fig trees in a sheltered, sunny position. A warm, south facing site against a wall is ideal. Figs prefer a moisture retentive, fertile, well drained soil that is slightly alkaline. Prior to planting fig trees, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the planting hole. Figs have a vigorous growth habit but can be restricted by constructing a 60cm (2′) square, open bottomed brick or concrete pit around the root system. Add a 15cm (6″) layer of broken stone to the base of the pit. Alternatively plant figs in large patio containers using a well drained compost such as John Innes No.3. When growing fig trees in containers they should be repotted every two years. If figs are to be wall trained, install support wires prior to planting.
