'Desert King' Fig

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Considered to be the best suited variety for growing in South Coastal B.C., Desert King has a large breba crop (the first crop to ripen). Our climate doesn't allow enough time and warmth for many fig varieties to ripen their main crops (the second crop to ripen), so it's the size of the breba crop that matters most in these regions. Desert King trees have good form and strong, straight, upright branches. The figs are large and green when ripe, with a pink, sweet, honey-like centre. Nutritious and delicious fresh or preserved. Common names: Desert King Fig Edibile: FruitHarvest timing: August Scientific name: Ficus carica 'Desert King'Light requirements: Full sun (aim for 8+ hours)Full-grown size: 10-15' tall x 10-15' wideHardiness: Zone 7 Pollination: Parthenocarpic (produces fruit without pollination) Wildlife: Fruit attracts wildlifeOrigin: Southern ArabiaNoteworthy: Large first crop. Best suited to south coastal B.C. The types of figs that grow in our region are not pollinated by fig wasps - no wasps in these figs! In-ground spacing: 8-10' (pruned) or 12-15' (unpruned). Show more