3 Live Plant Chicago Hardy Fig Starter Plug Ficus carica Cold Hardy Edible Fruit

Chicago Hardy Fig is a reliable fig variety known for producing sweet, rich fruit and for being one of the hardiest figs available. It grows vigorously in warm conditions and can die back to the ground in colder zones, then regrow and still fruit on new wood the same season. This starter plug arrives actively growing and ready to establish, making it a rewarding choice for home growers who want fresh figs from their own garden or patio container.

The fruit is prized for fresh eating, baking, preserves, and drying, with deep red interiors and a sweet, jammy flavor. Plants perform well in large containers, where they can be moved indoors or into a protected area during winter, and they also thrive in ground plantings in mild climates. Provide full sun, consistent moisture while establishing, and well-drained soil. Prune in late winter to shape the plant and encourage productive new growth.
Species: Ficus carica
Variety: Chicago Hardy
Type: Edible fig
Plant_Habit: Upright deciduous shrub or small tree
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: 90-120 from new growth
Zones: 5-10 with winter protection
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 8-12 feet in ground; container-friendly
Notes: May die back in cold winters and regrow from roots