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Fig 'Little Miss Figgy'

3-Gallon

Height: 4-6 feet tall.
Spread: 3-4 feet.
Sunlight: Full sun.
Hardiness Zone: 7a.
Other Names: Ficus carica 'Little Miss Figgy'

Description:
A compact, dwarf fig variety prized for its high yields of sweet, richly flavored fruit. 'Little Miss Figgy' produces small to medium-sized figs with deep purple skin and vibrant red flesh. This naturally small tree is perfect for container growing, small gardens, or patio plantings while still delivering an abundant harvest.

Edible Qualities:
Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' is known for its exceptionally sweet, rich flavor and smooth texture. It produces two crops per year in warm climates--one in early summer and another in late summer to early fall.

The fruit is most often used in the following ways:
- Fresh Eating
- Drying
- Baking
- Jams & Preserves
- Salads

Features & Attributes:
Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' features deeply lobed, dark green foliage that adds a tropical look to any landscape. It produces an abundance of small to medium-sized figs that ripen to a deep purple color with soft, red interiors. The tree's naturally compact, rounded shape makes it ideal for smaller spaces or container gardening.

This is a deciduous tree with a slow-growing, compact habit. It is self-fertile, meaning it does not require another fig tree for fruit production.

Aside from its primary use as an edible, Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' is suitable for the following landscape applications:
- Container Gardening
- Small Space Gardens
- Edible Landscaping

Planting & Growing:
Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' will grow to be about 4-6 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 3-4 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 1-2 feet from the ground. It grows at a moderate rate and, under ideal conditions, can be expected to live for 50 years or more.

This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering during dry periods. Pruning after fruiting helps maintain its compact shape and encourages better fruit production. A layer of mulch around the base helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature.

Additional Characteristics:
- Self-Fertile
- Long Fruit-Bearing Season
- Compact Growth Habit
- Excellent for Containers
- High-Yielding