White Marseilles Italian Honey Fig Plant – 2.5″ Pot – Blanche Fig Tree

Grow Your Own Delicious Figs

The White Marseilles Fig Plant, also known as the Italian Honey Fig or Blanche Fig, is a delightful addition to any garden or patio. This productive tree is easy to grow and offers the reward of fresh, sweet figs. Mulch heavily with organic materials to conserve moisture and improve soil health. Once established, it’s drought tolerant and generally pest and disease-free.

This fig tree is a graceful specimen in the landscape. Its unique shape and interesting branches add visual appeal year-round. Most fig cultivars produce two crops: a spring breba crop and a main summer or fall crop. Imagine the joy of harvesting your own figs each summer!

Even in colder regions, you can enjoy figs. Fig trees can tolerate temperatures as low as -15 degrees F when fully dormant. In very cold areas, grow the tree as a bush and protect it during winter by laying it down and covering it. The Italian Honey Fig responds well to pruning, allowing you to control its size and increase fruit production!

The fig fruit itself is a marvel, a hollow receptacle filled with tiny, fleshy flowers. Enjoy fresh figs straight from the tree, or dry them for a longer-lasting treat. You can even train your fig tree as an unusual bonsai!

Frequently Asked Questions About Italian Honey Fig Plants

• How big will this fig tree get? With proper pruning, you can maintain a manageable size, typically between 6-10 feet tall.
• What kind of soil does it need? Plant in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
• How much sunlight does it require? This fig tree thrives in full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• When will I get my first figs? Fig trees usually begin bearing fruit within two years of planting.
• How do I care for my fig tree in the winter? In colder climates, protect your tree by mulching heavily or moving it indoors.