1 Live Plant Chicago Hardy Fig Starter Plug Ficus carica Edible Fruit Tree

Chicago Hardy Fig is a cold-hardy fig selection prized for its reliable fruit production and compact growth habit, making it a standout choice for home growers and container gardeners alike. This starter plug arrives ready to establish, offering an accessible way to begin growing your own fresh figs at home.

The plant produces sweet, rich-flavored figs with reddish-purple skin and deep amber flesh, ideal for fresh eating, preserves, and baking. Its manageable size suits patio containers and small garden spaces, and with proper care it can bear fruit relatively early compared to many other fig varieties. Whether grown in the ground in warmer regions or in a pot moved indoors for winter, Chicago Hardy Fig rewards growers with attractive foliage and a satisfying harvest.
Species: Ficus carica
Variety: Chicago Hardy
Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub or small tree
Plant_Habit: Upright, spreading, compact
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining, loamy, mildly acidic to neutral
Days_to_Harvest: 90-120
Zones: 5-10
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 8-10 feet
Notes: Starter plug ready for transplant; container-friendly; protect roots in colder zones