Pastilliere Fig Tree

Pastilliere Fig Tree

Of all the deep black figs Pastilliere ripens one of the earliest main crops giving us a bounty of its delicious figs every late summer into the fall. The black skin gets a white bloom on it that adds to its visual appeal and the deep red flesh ranks right up there with the best varieties.

One of the easiest fruits to grow, and a true gourmet delight, you should not live your life without feasting on this sweet, delectable fruit. To fully enjoy fresh Figs you must grow your own. When fully ripe and at their tenderest, shipping them long distances is virtually impossible. Another plus for Figs – deer don’t like them (most of the time)!

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Latin Name: Ficus carica
Site and Soil: Figs do well in a variety of soils, but require at least 8 hours of sunlight during the growing season.
Pollination Requirements: Self-figful.
Hardiness: Hardy to between 0° & 5° F.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 8-15 ft in height, smaller with pruning.
Taste: Rich figgy berry flavor.
Fruit Skin: Black with a whitish blue bloom
Fruit Flesh: Deep red.
Ripening Time: Main crop starting in late August- September here in Portland
Yield: 10-15 lbs. or more per plant.
Pests & Diseases: Not bothered by pests in our region. Cover plants with netting if birds are a problem.
Fig Mosaic Virus is a benign virus that exists in all cultivated fig trees. If the presence of FMV is a concern, then purchasing fig trees may not be the best option for you.
USDA Zone: 7