Also known as the 'tiger' fig due to its beautiful stripes Produces an abundance of gorgeous crimson figs with a very sweet centre These figs have a rich raspberry flavour Best eaten fresh, or dried out to create a well-preserved fruity snack Recorded in history as far back as 1668 in France This self fertile tree produces deeply lobed, dark green summer leaves that turn yellow in autumn before falling Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™. Eco pots use 70% less plastic and are fully recyclable, unlike normal single use pots. They flex and so produce less root spiralling and travel better in the post.MORE Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch. Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching. This formative pruning can involve cutting the main leader, if the expert tree growers decide this will produce a better shaped tree. This can stop the tree becoming "leggy", and promote stronger, bushier growth.MORE