Ficus carica
Also known as Negronne, Violet de Bordeaux is a purplish-black fruit with rich strawberry pulp. Considered by many the finest tasting fig. Popular in the Northwest and West. Needs protection in cold winter areas. Good for home planting as tree is dwarf. Similar fruit to Black Mission, but hardier and a smaller size tree than Mission. Fruit ripens later than Hardy Chicago, Marseilles and Celeste. Closed eye. Space 8' circle. Zones 7b-9.
Plant Characteristics | |
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Pest Resistance | Very Good |
Disease Resistance | Very Good |
Drought Tolerance | Very Good |
Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
Humidity Tolerance | Very Good |
Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
Wet Soil Tolerance | Poor |
Shade Tolerance | Poor |
No Spray | Very Good |
Salt Tolerance | Good |
Fresh for Kids | Excellent |
Deer Resistance | Fair |
Thorns | No |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Soil Type | Well Drained |
Edible Type | Fruit |
Self Fertile | Yes |
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