Ficus carica 'Black Mission' ~ Black Mission Fig size-10-g Tight clusters of small

Tight clusters of small

These fruits are about 1/2 inch in diameter and persist into winter

followed by attractive pinkish-red fruit in the fall

The bell-like pale lavender flowers raise up in terminals from the rootstalk above the mound in mid-summer attracting butterflies and pollinators

Ficus carica 'Black Mission' ~ Black Mission Fig size-10-g Tight clusters of smallBlack Mission Fig is the most famous fig in cultivation prized for its edible fruits that are produced twice a year. A deciduous fruiting tree with an interesting winter silhouette and lobed palmate mid green leaves. The sweet smelling fruits are produced in spring and summer and ripen to a deep purple. Highly adaptable, but provides the best fruit in full sun and well drained soils. Type: Tree Height: 15' 20' Spread: 15' 20 Spacing: 18 USDA Hardiness