Olympian Fig Tree Live Plant – Cold Hardy Ficus Carica – Fruiting Fig Tree – 6-12 inches Tall

Overview

Experience the joy of growing your own sweet and juicy fruit with the Olympian fig tree live plant. This remarkable variety of fruiting fig tree, scientifically known as Ficus Carica ‘Olympian’, is celebrated for its vigorous growth and prolific production of large, delectable figs. Unlike many fig varieties, the ‘Olympian’ is an exceptionally cold hardy fig, making it a fantastic choice for gardeners in a wider range of USDA zones. It’s an upright growing specimen, ideal for adding both ornamental beauty and edible bounty to your landscape. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just starting, this Ficus Carica plant promises a rewarding cultivation experience, yielding fresh, homegrown figs perfect for eating fresh, drying, or preserving.

The ‘Olympian’ fig is a highly sought-after cultivar due to its consistent performance and delicious fruit. It’s a self-pollinating variety, meaning you only need one tree to get a bountiful harvest. The broad green leaves provide excellent shade and a lush, Mediterranean feel to any garden space. This particular offering is a robust seedling, ready to establish itself and begin its journey towards becoming a productive, mature fruiting fig tree.

Key Benefits

Adding an Olympian fig tree live plant to your garden offers a multitude of benefits, from its aesthetic appeal to its abundant harvest. This versatile plant is a true asset for any home gardener, providing both beauty and delicious fruit.

• Abundant & Delicious Fruit: Enjoy a generous yield of large, sweet, and flavorful figs, perfect for fresh eating, baking, or preserves. The ‘Olympian’ is known for its superior taste and consistent production, making it a top choice among fruiting fig tree varieties.
• Exceptional Cold Hardiness: This cold hardy fig variety can withstand lower temperatures than many other figs, extending its growing range and making it more resilient in diverse climates. It’s an excellent option for gardeners in cooler zones.
• Easy to Grow & Low Maintenance: The Olympian fig tree live plant is relatively easy to care for once established, requiring minimal fuss and rewarding you with delicious fruit. It’s a great choice for both novice and experienced gardeners looking for a rewarding fruiting fig tree experience.
• Ornamental Value: With its beautiful broad green foliage and upright growth habit, the Ficus Carica plant adds significant aesthetic appeal to your garden or patio, providing shade and a touch of the Mediterranean.
• Self-Pollinating: You don’t need multiple trees for fruit production, as the ‘Olympian’ is a self-fertile variety, simplifying the growing process and ensuring a harvest from a single tree.
• Versatile Planting Options: Can be planted directly in the ground in suitable zones or grown in large containers, offering flexibility for various garden designs and climates.
• Pet-Safe Foliage: The leaves of this fruiting fig tree are generally considered pet-safe, allowing you to enjoy your garden without worry.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Proper fig tree care is essential for a healthy and productive ‘Olympian’ fig. This particular variety is known for its resilience, but providing optimal conditions will ensure the best results. For sunlight, the ‘Olympian’ fig thrives in full sun, meaning it needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Choose a location in your garden that receives ample sun exposure, especially during the fruiting season. If growing indoors or in a container, place it near a south-facing window or provide supplemental grow lights.

When it comes to watering, fig trees prefer consistently moist but not waterlogged soil. Water thoroughly when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch. Reduce watering during cooler months or when the tree is dormant. Good drainage is crucial, so ensure your soil type is loam, peat, or sand, and if potting, use a well-draining potting mix. The ‘Olympian’ is quite adaptable to various soil types as long as they drain well. For fertilization, feed your Olympian fig tree live plant with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring and again in mid-summer. Avoid over-fertilizing, especially with high-nitrogen fertilizers, which can promote leaf growth at the expense of fruit production.

This cold hardy fig is tolerant of a range of temperatures but will benefit from protection in extreme cold. It’s generally suited for USDA zones 7-10, with some success in zone 6 with winter protection. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring while the tree is dormant. Remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches to maintain good air circulation and shape. Regular pruning also encourages better fruit production on new wood. Watch out for common pests like spider mites or fig rust; address them promptly with organic pest control methods if they appear to ensure continued health and productivity of your fruiting fig tree.

Size & Details

This offering is for one Olympian fig tree live plant, typically shipped as a rooted cutting in soil, often in a 1-quart nursery pot or similar size, ensuring a robust start for your garden. At the time of shipping, the seedling usually stands between 6 to 12 inches tall, though exact dimensions can vary based on growth rates and seasonal availability. The ‘Olympian’ fig exhibits an upright growth habit and, when mature, can reach heights of 10-15 feet with a similar spread if planted in the ground. When grown in a container, its size can be managed through pruning, typically keeping it within 6-8 feet tall, making it a versatile choice for various garden sizes and patio settings. Expect this Ficus Carica plant to begin producing fruit within 1-3 years of planting, with peak production occurring as the tree matures. This fruiting fig tree is designed to provide years of delicious harvests.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: The Olympian fig tree live plant can grow up to 10-15 feet tall and wide when planted in the ground. If grown in a container, its size can be maintained at a more manageable 6-8 feet through regular pruning.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: This fruiting fig tree typically ships as a seedling in a 1-quart nursery pot with established roots, ready for transplanting.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The ‘Olympian’ fig is primarily an outdoor plant, especially known for being a cold hardy fig. However, it can be grown in containers and brought indoors during colder months in less suitable climates.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: For optimal fruit production and health, the Ficus Carica plant requires full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the ‘Olympian’ fig is considered relatively easy to care for once established. It’s a robust and forgiving plant, making fig tree care manageable for most gardeners.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your Olympian fig tree live plant will arrive as a healthy, rooted seedling in soil, carefully packaged to ensure its safe journey.
• Q: Can I use the figs for cooking? A: Absolutely! The figs from this fruiting fig tree are excellent for fresh eating, baking, making preserves, or drying.
• Q: When is the best time to plant? A: The best time to plant your ‘Olympian’ fig is in spring after the last frost, allowing it ample time to establish before cooler weather.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: The ‘Olympian’ is a cold hardy fig, generally thriving in USDA Zones 7-10. In Zone 6, it may require winter protection, such as mulching or bringing container plants indoors.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature it can withstand? A: While it’s a cold hardy fig, sustained temperatures below 10-15°F can be damaging. Protection is recommended for young plants or in colder zones.