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Fig 'Little Miss Figgy'

5-Gallon, Tree Form

Height: 6-8 feet tall.
Spread: 4-6 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 tree-form variety is perfect for patio containers, small gardens, and ornamental plantings, offering both beauty and productivity in a manageable size.

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 lush, tropical feel to patios and garden spaces. 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, upright growth habit makes it ideal for container gardening and decorative plantings.

This is a deciduous tree with a slow-growing, upright form. 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:
- Patio & Container Gardening
- Small Space Gardens
- Edible Landscaping

Planting & Growing:
Fig 'Little Miss Figgy' will grow to be about 6-8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4-6 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 2-3 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 shape and encourages better fruit production. A layer of mulch around the base helps retain soil moisture and regulate temperature. When grown in containers, ensure proper drainage and winter protection in colder zones.

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