If you want to plant a fig tree with us, you should consider a few things when buying. We give helpful tips on choosing a variety and buying a fig tree.
Do you want a little Mediterranean feeling for your garden, terrace or balcony and do you love sweet fruits? Then a Real fig tree (Ficus carica) just right for you. But which of the many varieties is the best? There are countless varieties of fig trees. Some are quite hardy, others all the more delicious. And then there are the short cultivars on offer. Here you can find out what you should consider when buying your fig tree.
Buying a fig tree: you should pay attention to this
For the choice of Fig tree variety is decisive whether you want to plant the tree in the garden or keep it in a bucket on the terrace or balcony. When purchasing, be sure to purchase a self-pollinating variety. Unfortunately, fig trees that depend on pollinators do not bear fruit in Germany. This is due to the fact that the pollinating fig wasps are only found south of the Alps.
However, not only the variety is important for the purchase decision, but also the growth habit. Fig trees should grow strong and straight, with a recognizable leader and a beautiful crown. Last but not least, you should of course pay attention to the health of the fig tree offered.
Summary of buying a fig tree:
- Note winter hardiness or suitability for the bucket
- Choose a self-pollinating variety, otherwise there will be no yield
- Choose a plant that grows straight
- Pay attention to the health of the plant
Buying a fig tree: Recommended sources of supply
Finding the right dealer is sometimes not that easy. Many tree nurseries and dealers only offer one fig tree variety and this is often only sold as a Ficus carica designated. Ficus carica is only the type of fig tree - the name says nothing about the variety.
Here you will find suppliers with numerous varieties and good descriptions of the respective variety:
- In the online shop hydrangea by Christoph Kruchem there are numerous fig varieties with detailed descriptions.
- the Fig tree nursery Seiler increases over 30 fig tree varieties that have been tried and tested in Germany for many years. You can order here via the online shop.
If you have decided on a suitable variety, the next step is that Planting your fig tree. You will find all the important information on this topic in our special article.
