Violette de Bordeaux Fig Live Plant – Dwarf Fig Tree – 1-2 Feet Tall – 6 Inch Pot

Overview

Bring the joy of home-grown fruit to your garden with the Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant. This highly sought-after fig variety is renowned for its exceptional flavor and compact growth habit, making it a perfect choice for both experienced gardeners and enthusiastic beginners. The Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant is a natural dwarf tree, meaning it maintains a manageable size without extensive pruning, ideal for container gardening on patios, balconies, or in smaller garden plots. Originating from France, this exquisite fig produces small to medium-sized fruit with a distinctive deep purple-black skin and rich, dark red flesh. Its flavor profile is intensely sweet and complex, often described as having berry-like notes, making it a favorite for fresh eating, jams, and desserts. Cultivating your own dwarf fig tree offers the unparalleled satisfaction of harvesting gourmet fruit directly from your backyard.

This particular offering provides a healthy, established Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant, typically shipped at an impressive 1 to 2 feet tall in a 6-inch pot, ready to thrive in its new environment. While the plant may or may not have fruits at the time of shipping, it is well-prepared to establish quickly and begin its journey toward abundant fruiting seasons. The inherent resilience and adaptability of this sweet fig plant make it a rewarding addition to any edible landscape, promising years of delicious harvests and ornamental beauty.

Key Benefits

The Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant offers a multitude of benefits that extend beyond its delicious fruit, enhancing both your culinary experiences and garden aesthetics. Its compact nature and robust growth make it an excellent investment for any gardener looking for a productive and attractive fruit tree.

• Exceptional Fruit Quality: Enjoy small to medium-sized figs with a deep purple-black skin and rich, sweet, dark red flesh. The flavor is intensely sweet with berry undertones, making it a gourmet treat. This characteristic makes the Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant a top choice for discerning palates.
• Natural Dwarf Growth Habit: As a natural dwarf tree, it remains compact, typically reaching 6-10 feet in height and spread. This makes it perfectly suited for container growing on patios or decks, as well as for smaller garden spaces where a full-sized tree would be too large.
• High Yielding: Despite its smaller stature, this fig variety is known for its prolific fruiting, providing a generous harvest of delicious figs season after season. Expect multiple crops in warmer climates, maximizing your fresh fruit supply.
• Versatile Use: The fruit is excellent for fresh eating, drying, making jams, preserves, and adding to various culinary dishes. Its rich flavor holds up well to cooking and baking. Growing your own sweet fig plant opens up a world of culinary possibilities.
• Ornamental Value: Beyond its fruit, the dwarf fig tree boasts attractive lobed leaves that provide lush, tropical-looking foliage, adding an aesthetic appeal to your garden or patio. It’s a beautiful specimen plant even when not fruiting.
• Relatively Easy Care: Figs are generally forgiving plants, and the Violette de Bordeaux is no exception. With proper watering and sunlight, it thrives and produces fruit with minimal fuss, making it suitable for gardeners of all experience levels. Understanding fig tree care is straightforward for this variety.
• Adaptable to Various Climates: While preferring warmer climates, this fig can be successfully grown in cooler zones with appropriate winter protection or by bringing container-grown plants indoors during cold months. This adaptability broadens its appeal.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant is a rewarding experience that will lead to bountiful harvests. These plants are relatively low-maintenance, but understanding their specific needs will ensure optimal growth and fruit production. Proper fig tree care involves attention to sunlight, watering, soil, and temperature.

Sunlight Requirements: The Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day to produce the sweetest and most abundant fruit. In very hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial to prevent leaf scorch, especially for container-grown plants. If growing indoors, place it near a south-facing window or supplement with grow lights to ensure it receives adequate light. Insufficient light will result in sparse fruiting and weaker growth.

Watering Schedule and Soil Moisture Preferences: Figs prefer consistently moist soil, especially when actively growing and fruiting. Water deeply when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot; ensure proper drainage. Container-grown figs will require more frequent watering than those planted in the ground. During dormant periods in winter, reduce watering significantly. A good indicator of when to water is when the leaves begin to show slight wilting, but it’s best to water before this point to prevent stress on your sweet fig plant.

Soil Type and Drainage Requirements: This dwarf fig tree prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0). A good quality potting mix enriched with organic matter works well for container plants. For in-ground planting, amend heavy clay soils with compost and sand to improve drainage. Good drainage is crucial, as figs do not tolerate soggy feet. Ensure your pot has drainage holes if growing in a container.

Temperature Range and USDA Hardiness Zone: The Violette de Bordeaux fig is generally hardy in USDA Zones 7-10. In colder zones (Zone 6 and below), it can be grown in containers and brought indoors during winter, or given significant winter protection outdoors. It can tolerate temperatures down to about 15-20°F (-9 to -6°C) when dormant, but young plants and new growth are more susceptible to frost damage. Protect from harsh winter winds and sudden temperature drops. Understanding the specific needs for your climate is key to successful fig tree care.

Fertilization Schedule and Type: Fertilize your fig plant sparingly. For young plants, use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer (e.g., 8-8-8 or 10-10-10) in early spring as new growth begins. For established fruiting plants, a fertilizer slightly higher in potassium can encourage fruit production. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can promote leafy growth at the expense of fruit. Organic options like compost or well-rotted manure can also be incorporated into the soil. Reduce or stop fertilizing in late summer to allow the plant to harden off for winter.

Common Problems and Solutions: Figs are generally robust, but some issues can arise. Pests like fig rust, spider mites, or scale can occur. Inspect your plant regularly and treat with organic insecticidal soap or horticultural oil if necessary. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases. Yellowing leaves can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiency. Adjust watering practices and consider a balanced fertilizer. Providing adequate light and proper fig tree care will mitigate most common problems for your Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant.

Size & Details

This offering includes one healthy Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant, shipped in a 6-inch nursery pot. At the time of shipment, the plant typically stands between 1 to 2 feet tall, providing a well-established specimen ready for planting or up-potting upon arrival. This particular variety is celebrated as a natural dwarf fig tree, meaning it will mature into a compact size, generally reaching a height and spread of 6 to 10 feet if planted in the ground, or remaining smaller in a container. Its relatively moderate growth rate allows for easy management and shaping. Expect this sweet fig plant to begin producing fruit within 1-2 years under optimal growing conditions, offering delicious harvests for many seasons to come. The plant is carefully packaged to ensure its safe arrival, protecting its roots and foliage during transit, setting the stage for successful establishment in your garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: The Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant is a natural dwarf variety, typically reaching a mature height and spread of 6 to 10 feet when planted in the ground. When grown in a container, its size can be further managed through pruning, often staying around 4-6 feet tall, making it a perfect dwarf fig tree for patios.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: Your Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant will arrive shipped in a 6-inch nursery pot. This size provides a good root system and allows for easy transition to a larger permanent pot or directly into your garden.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: While primarily an outdoor plant for zones 7-10, the Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant can be successfully grown in containers and brought indoors during winter in colder climates. It thrives outdoors in full sun during warmer months. Adhering to proper fig tree care for your region is crucial.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This plant requires full sun, which means at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruit production. In very hot climates, some afternoon shade can be beneficial.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant is considered relatively easy to care for, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners. It’s quite resilient once established, provided it receives adequate sunlight and proper watering.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your plant will arrive healthy and well-rooted in its 6-inch pot. We take great care in packaging to ensure it reaches you in excellent condition, ready to thrive in its new home.
• Q: Can I use the fruit for cooking? A: Absolutely! The intensely sweet and rich flavor of the Violette de Bordeaux fig makes it excellent for fresh eating, drying, making jams, preserves, and incorporating into various culinary dishes and desserts. It’s a truly versatile sweet fig plant.
• Q: How long until it blooms or fruits? A: Under optimal growing conditions, your Violette de Bordeaux fig live plant can begin producing fruit within 1-2 years after planting. Fig trees often produce two crops per year in warmer climates.
• Q: What’s the best time to plant? A: The best time to plant your fig tree is in spring after the last danger of frost has passed, allowing it ample time to establish before the heat of summer or the cold of winter. This is a key aspect of good fig tree care.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: The Violette de Bordeaux fig is hardy in USDA Zones 7-10. In colder zones, it will need winter protection or should be grown in a container and moved indoors to a cool, dormant location during the coldest months.