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Ficus carica
Shrubs
Ficus carica
Fig
Bold, lobed leaves and sweet summer figs. A Mediterranean classic for a sunny wall or courtyard.
Bold, lobed leaves
Edible figs
Architectural form
Loves a sunny wall
Please check before you visit. Our nursery is very well stocked, but what we hold changes with the seasons, so this plant may not always be in stock. Enquire before you head over and we will check availability and the sizes we have for you.
At a glance
Type
Shrub
Foliage
Deciduous
Seasons of interest
Summer foliage and fruit
Eventual size
Typically 3 m, more against a wall
Position
Full sun, sheltered
Soil
Free-draining
Hardiness
Fully hardy in the UK
Available
A range of sizes. Ask our team for current availability and pricing.
Why we love it
Figs bring instant Mediterranean character.
They fruit best with restricted roots and plenty of sun.
How to use it
Train against a south-facing wall or grow in a large pot.
Planting and aftercare
Plant in spring in a sunny, sheltered spot. Restrict the roots for better fruiting and prune in late winter.
See it in person
Every plant at Form is hand-selected, none contains new peat, and nothing beats choosing yours by eye. Visit our Row Town showroom in Surrey, just 30 minutes from London, where our team will show you the best of what is on the nursery right now. We deliver across London, Surrey and the Home Counties, and nationwide.
Walk in any time during opening hours and you will be looked after. If you would like dedicated time with a specialist, book a Genus Bar appointment.
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, especially against a warm, sunny wall.
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We keep a very well-stocked nursery, but our stock changes with the seasons, so availability varies. Please email us before you visit and we will check what we have and the sizes available.
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We supply shrubs from smaller pots for mass planting through to 10 litre plants and larger specimens for instant impact. Ask our team for current sizes.
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Yes. Visit our Row Town showroom, or collect from our Burrow Hill cash and carry in Chobham (please call before visiting). You can also book a Genus Bar appointment.
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Yes, we deliver nationwide with our own in-house team, including across London and the Home Counties.
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Can’t see what you’re looking for?
Get in touch and we’ll help you find it. Our nursery is very well stocked and we can source almost any plant through our network of trusted growers. Email info@formplants.com, or send us your whole plant list through our bespoke sourcing service.