Ficus carica 'Brown Turkey'
The very hardy, heavy-bearing Brown Turkey Fig produces medium to large, purple to brown-skinned fruit twice a year, in late spring and again in late summer.
To establish a deep and extensive root system, follow a regular watering schedule during the growing season; reduce watering after established. Apply general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in the spring.
Average Water Needs: Ensure planting area provides good drainage. This fig tree is self-pollinating
Produces very tasty, brownish-purple fruit in late spring and again in late summer. Highly adaptable. Figs are often root hardy and prolific. A beautiful specimen for garden or landscape with light annual pruning.
*Deer May Browse*
Photos courtesy of Texas Pecan Nursery, Chandler TX, Bottoms Nursery in Concord, GA & Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Fruit Shrub |
| Foliage Type |
Deciduous |
| Height |
10' - 20' |
| Spread |
10' - 20' |
| Shape |
Upright & Rounded |
| Primary Foliage Color |
Top side: Dark Green/ Botton side: Light Green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
Sheds Its leaves durning colder months |
| Flowering Season |
Spring |
| Flower Color |
Insignificant |
| Fruits |
Tasty Figs |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Sun Preferences |
Sun to Partial Shade |
