Black Mission Fig

  USDA Certified Organic The Black Mission Fig tree is also referred to as the Franciscan Fig. The Black Mission fig is a large fig with purplish black skin, strawberry flesh that is the taste standard for figs. The Black Mission fig tree is the most productive variety, both of breba (early) crop, and heavy main (late) crop. Black Mission Figs are best for eating fresh out of hand or drying. The Franciscan friars brought the Black Mission fig tree to the California missions in the late 1700's. Fig trees are 2-3 feet in height when shipped. Please see below for further information on our fruit trees for sale. Considerations for Black Mission Fig USDA Zones: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Uses: Fresh Eating, Canning / Preserves Harvest Period: Very Late Low Chill: Yes Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile Origin: California 1769 Years to Bear: 1 year Recommended Spacing: 12-18 ft. Mature Size: 12-20 ft.  Prune to control size and height Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept.Shape