Description
Finally a fig worthy of Kootenay growing!
Chicago Hardy Figs are hardy to Canada Zone 6. A must for the experienced gardener; with a bit of effort, they can be grown outside like a bush! For average growers in the Kootenays, Figs can be grown in pots which can be taken inside overwinter for survival through dormancy. Nothing quite like a fresh fig from your own tree!
Very productive as it is able to produce fruit on both the new and old woods. May die back in colder climates and resume growth from the base in spring. Fruit ripens to a dark mahogany-purple colour from July until frost. Self-pollinating. Plants are in #1 containers, between 2-4′ tall. (Photos of #3 potted 2 year old)
*Note: We do not offer replacements for poor winter management of your fig tree. These figs are on the edge of cold hardiness for the Kootenay region. Plant at your own risk.
#1 potted.
Plant Details
Latin: Ficus carica ‘Chicago Hardy’
Hardiness Zone: 6 – 10
Height: 5′ – 15′
Spread: 5′ – 12′
Bloom Time: Seasonal
Ripens: August to September
Flower Colour: Green (immature fruit)
Fruit Colour: Purple-green
Foliage Colour: Dark green
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Soil Requirements: Well-drained media. Roots are excellent scavengers of nutrients and water once established.
Attributes:
- Edible Fruit
- Self-pollinating
- Tropical Appearance
- Container Growing
Special Considerations: Allow figs to become dormant and drop its leaves in fall. Containerized plants may be overwintered in unheated basement or garage. It is important to maintain moisture over winter in the container however do not over saturate the media which would cause the roots to freeze solid. Please send us an email if you would like to learn more about overwintering your fig tree. Fall pruning and mulching are important for outdoor overwinter success. Please consult with us via email before attempting.
Spring Plant Reservation Policy
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What sets us apart from most nurseries, aside from our production growing experience with our products, is that we help you plan well in advance of the growing season by offering to reserve your plants for pickup or delivery in the spring! As a part of our Spring Plant Reservation program, you have the option to purchase in full or place a deposit on your order and pay the balance at pickup. Our SPR program has helped hundreds of customers secure their gardening desires since 2013!
RESERVATION:
We require a 50% minimum deposit to reserve your order. Orders may also be paid in full to reserve. Any outstanding balance is due at pick up or before shipping or delivery.
Orders will be reserved once a deposit or full payment has been received. Deposits (50% of order value) cannot be refunded after April 5th, 2021.
Payment can be made by cheque, gift card, email money transfer or credit card. Please follow the instructions on your invoice.
ORDERING:
We strongly recommend ordering before April 5th, 2021 to secure your order. Orders are dependent on available inventory. Some stock may have limited available quantities. We reserve the right to offer a substitution or refund if stock becomes unavailable.
Some items are available to be purchased in bulk quantities. Please contact us for bulk orders.
Looking for something in particular that we don’t offer on the website? We are able to source different product sizes and cultivars for special orders.
DELIVERY & PICKUP:
Delivery: NEW 2020! Free Delivery on orders over $500, within 30 minutes from Krestova! Please contact us to arrange a delivery date.
Bare-root Perennials stock: Bare-root perennial stock will be available for pickup from the farm in Krestova in May. We will send an email confirming the available times for pickup closer to this date.
Bare-root Tree Fruit stock: Bare-root tree fruit stock will be available for pickup from the farm in Krestova in May. We will send an email confirming the available times for pickup closer to this date. We are unable to ship bare-root trees at this time.
Potted Nursery & Transplant Stock: All potted SPR orders under $500 must be picked up May from the farm in Krestova. Please click here to see the dates and times. We will send an email confirming the available times for pickup.
Centralized Delivery-Pickup: Now offering a drive-thru plant pickup to Nelson, Castlegar and Winlaw. $10 delivery fee. Dates TBA. Click here to learn more!
SHIPPING:
Some items may be available to ship via Canada Post. You will be able to select a shipping method at checkout if your order qualifies.
SPR shipments will be sent out according to our Shipping Policy.
For more information please read the Spring Plant Reservation Policy.
Pickup & Delivery
PICKUP & DELIVERY:
Bare-root Perennials stock: Bare-root perennial stock will be available for pickup from the farm in Krestova from March to May. We will send an email confirming the available times for pickup closer to this date.
Bare-root Tree Fruit stock: Bare-root tree fruit stock will be available for pickup from the farm in Krestova in May. We will send an email confirming the available times for pickup closer to this date. We are unable to ship bare-root trees at this time.
Potted Nursery & Transplant Stock: All potted SPR orders under $500 must be picked up May from the farm in Krestova or scheduled for a centralized delivery location. Please click here to see the dates and times. We will send an email confirming the available times for pickup.
Centralized Delivery-Pickup: Now offering a drive-thru plant pickup to Nelson, Castlegar and Winlaw. Click here to learn more!
Delivery: NEW 2020! Free Delivery on orders over $500, within 30 minutes from Krestova! If your order qualifies, please contact us to arrange a delivery date.
For more information please read the Spring Plant Reservation Policy.
Shipping Policy
SHIPPING UNAVAILABLE FOR THIS ITEM
This item is for pick-up only and does NOT qualify for shipping via Canada Post. View our SHIPPING POLICY to learn more.
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