Sycamore Fig Tree - Ficus Sycomorus - Shikma Balami - Rare - 3 Live Cuttings

The Sycamore fig aka (ficus Sycomorus) is a cousin of the common fig (ficus carica), and produces small pinkish color figs with a sweet fruity taste, similar to rambutan and honeydew flavor. This particular variety of sycamore fig is from Israel and is called "Shikma Balami". Self-fertile fig variety that does not require fig wasp pollination to produce ripe figs. Sycamore figs are one of the first plants cultivated by humans, and are mentioned several times in the Bible. Sycamore fig trees are resistant to root knot nematodes, and are compatible for grafting with ficus carica. So, this may be a good variety to use as rootstock for ficus carica in areas with root knot nematodes.  This fig variety doesn't tolerate freezes, and is only hardy to zone 9 or higher if being planted in the ground. However, it can also be grown in colder locations if brought inside for the winter. We recommend planting it in a 15-gallon or larger size pot if you plan on bringing it indoors over the winter.