What Is the Most Cold Hardy Fig Tree

The Common Fig (​Ficus carica​) is the most cold hardy species of edible fig and the one we plant in Philadelphia; unlike other fig species, it is also self-fertile and doesn’t require pollination to produce fruit. Figs can be eaten fresh, dried, or even turned into a nice preserve.

What is the most cold tolerant fig tree?

The Common Fig (​Ficus carica​) is the most cold hardy species of edible fig and the one we plant in Philadelphia; unlike other fig species, it is also self-fertile and doesn’t require pollination to produce fruit. Figs can be eaten fresh, dried, or even turned into a nice preserve.

What figs are hardy in Zone 6?

  • Chicago Hardy Fig, Hardy Chicago. Ficus carica ‘Chicago Hardy’ …
  • Letizia Fig. Ficus carica ‘Letizia’ …
  • Violette de Bordeaux Fig, Negronne Fig. Ficus carica ‘Violette de Bordeaux’
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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