Pingo De Mel Edible Fig Plant – Ficus Carica – 2.5″ Pot – Sweet Honey Fig

Discover the Delightful Pingo de Mel Edible Fig

Indulge in the exquisite taste of the Pingo de Mel edible fig (Ficus carica), a unique variety celebrated for its exceptional sweetness. This special fig has an unique flavor, tasting very similar to honey. Its interior flesh boasts a translucent, honey-like color, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. The skin turns a deep green when fully ripe, signaling its readiness to be enjoyed. Unlike many other fig varieties, the Pingo de Mel exhibits remarkable resistance to cracking, even during periods of heavy rainfall, ensuring a consistent and high-quality harvest.

These adaptable plants can flourish both in containers and directly in the ground, offering flexibility for gardeners with varying space constraints. When planted outdoors, these trees can reach heights of up to 20 feet, creating a stunning focal point in any landscape. For those opting for container gardening, regular pruning is recommended to maintain a manageable size, ideally around six feet tall. Despite their compact size, these container-grown plants remain incredibly productive.

The fruits of the Pingo de Mel are generously sized, typically larger than a golf ball and occasionally reaching the size of a tennis ball under optimal growing conditions. Imagine harvesting up to 150 figs from a single, well-branched six-foot plant! These prolific trees are not only a source of delectable fruit but also a testament to the rewarding experience of home gardening. The edible fig plant is easy to grow and maintain. This amazing tree will thrive and produce a great amount of fruit for you to enjoy!

Grown and shipped directly within the USA, our Pingo de Mel fig plants are a Portuguese specialty, ensuring authenticity and quality. These plants are well-suited for Zone 6 climates and can be easily pruned to thrive in containers. Whether you choose to nurture them indoors or outdoors, you’ll be rewarded with an abundance of sweet, honey-flavored figs. We offer immediate shipping in a 2.5″ pot, with dormant shipping during the winter months to ensure the plant’s health and vitality upon arrival. This Ficus carica is a great selection for your garden needs!

Benefits of Growing Pingo de Mel Figs:

• Exceptional Sweetness: Enjoy figs with a unique honey-like flavor.
• Crack Resistance: Prevents fruit damage during rainfall.
• Versatile Growing Options: Suitable for containers or outdoor planting.
• High Productivity: Yields up to 150 figs per plant.
• Easy to Grow: Can be pruned and maintained easily.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How large will the Pingo de Mel fig tree get if planted in the ground? When planted outdoors, the Pingo de Mel fig tree can grow up to 20 feet tall.
2. What is the best way to prune my Pingo de Mel fig tree if I keep it in a container? Prune your container-grown Pingo de Mel fig tree to maintain a height of around six feet for optimal fruit production and manageability.
3. How many figs can I expect from a mature Pingo de Mel plant? A mature, well-branched six-foot plant can yield up to 150 figs in a season.
4. What USDA hardiness zone is suitable for the Pingo de Mel fig? The Pingo de Mel fig is well-suited for USDA hardiness zone 6.
5. How do I care for my Pingo de Mel fig plant during the winter months? During winter, the plant ships dormant to ensure health, provide protection from frost if grown outdoors.