Ficus Carica《无花果》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Ficus carica:

• Produces sweet, edible figs in the right conditions

• Beautiful, deeply lobed leaves for a tropical look

• Ideal for outdoor pots, edible gardens, or sunny courtyards

• Attracts pollinators and adds life to your garden

🌿 Ficus carica – Care Guide

Ficus carica, commonly known as the common fig, is a fruit-bearing deciduous tree native to the Mediterranean and Western Asia. It is prized for its sweet, edible figs, large lobed leaves, and ornamental appeal. Perfect for garden landscapes, large pots, or even balconies in warm climates, it combines beauty with utility.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Needs full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily) for fruiting

• Will tolerate partial sun, but fruit yield may decrease

• Indoors: place near a south-facing window with bright light

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 5 cm (2 inches) of soil feels dry

• Loves deep but infrequent watering

• More water during fruiting or in containers during hot weather

• Avoid soggy soil to prevent root rot

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Prefers well-draining, loamy soil

• pH: neutral to slightly alkaline

• In pots: use a sandy or cactus-style mix with compost

• Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in warm, dry climates

• Ideal temp: 18–30°C (64–86°F)

• Hardy down to -10°C (14°F) when dormant, but protect young trees from frost

• Not humidity-sensitive, but ensure good airflow

🍃 Fertilizing

• Feed with balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer

• Reduce or stop feeding in autumn and winter

• Over-fertilizing can cause lush foliage but poor fruit

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and improve air circulation

• Remove dead, crossing, or weak branches

• For container figs: prune to keep compact and fruit-productive

✅ Ideal For

• Edible gardens, sunny patios, balcony growers, and Mediterranean-style landscapes

• Potted fig trees can be moved indoors in cold climates

• Beautiful foliage + fresh fruit = dual purpose

⚠️ Pet & Skin Safety

• Sap may irritate skin (wear gloves when pruning)

• Non-toxic to pets, but large amounts of sap or unripe fruit may cause discomfort

Enjoy the charm of a Mediterranean classic with Ficus carica—a tree that feeds the eyes and the appetite.