Saint Germain Fig Tree

Saint Germain Fig Tree

Another excellent fig from the outskirts of Paris, Saint Germain has been grown for many years in France where it is prized for its vigorous growth and large crops of intensely delicious figs. Not too dissimilar in taste from Adriatic figs but earlier ripening.

A true gourmet delight, you should not live your life without feasting on this sweet, delectable fruit. One of the easiest fruits to grow, figs are happy outdoors in the Maritime Northwest and, with winter protection, in ports or in the ground in colder climates. To fully enjoy fresh Figs you must grow your own. When fully ripe and at their tender best, shipping them long distances is virtually impossible. While many fig varieties are not suitable for the Northwest, our varieties have been chosen for their ability to ripen in our climate. 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 like 1/2 day to full sun and well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self fig-ful.
Hardiness: Hardy to between 0° & 5° F.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 10-20 ft in height, smaller with pruning.
Taste: Rich, jammy and delicious!
Fruit Skin: Yellow.
Fruit Flesh: Bright red.
Bloom Time: Flowers are not noticeable as they are inside the fruit.
Ripening Time: late August-September.
Yield: 10-15 lbs. or more per plant.
Pests & Diseases: Figs are 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