3 Olympian Fig Tree Live Plants – Cold Hardy Sweet Fruit, 4-8 ft Tall, Outdoor

Overview

Introduce the delightful taste of homegrown figs to your garden with this 3-pack of Olympian fig tree live plant. The ‘Olympian’ fig (Ficus carica ‘Olympian’) is renowned for its exceptional cold hardiness and prolific production of incredibly sweet, flavorful fruit. This variety is an excellent choice for gardeners in cooler climates who previously thought growing figs was impossible. Each Olympian fig tree live plant arrives as a young, bare-root specimen, ready to establish quickly and grow into a robust, fruit-bearing tree. Known for its dark purple skin and rich, reddish-violet pulp, the Olympian fig is a true culinary treasure, perfect for fresh eating, jams, or preserves. Enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting your own organic fruit right from your backyard with this reliable and award-winning fig variety.

Key Benefits

The Olympian fig tree live plant offers a multitude of benefits for both novice and experienced gardeners, making it a highly desirable addition to any home garden:

• Exceptional Cold Hardiness: Unlike many fig varieties, the Olympian fig is remarkably resistant to cold, thriving in USDA Zones 6-10. This expanded hardiness zone makes it accessible to a wider range of gardeners, ensuring a successful harvest even after colder winters.
• Delicious Sweet Fruit: Enjoy a bounty of ultra-sweet figs with a thin purple skin and rich, reddish-violet pulp. These figs are perfect for fresh consumption, baking, preserves, or drying, offering a versatile and healthy treat.
• Reliable & Prolific Producer: The ‘Olympian’ fig is a highly dependable variety, known for its consistent and abundant fruit production. Once established, your cold hardy fig tree will provide years of delicious harvests.
• Award-Winning Variety: Recognized with the Retailers’ Choice Award at the 2014 FarWest show, the Olympian fig is a proven performer, lauded for its desirable characteristics and ease of growth.
• Self-Pollinating: This fig tree is self-fertile, meaning you only need one plant to produce fruit. This makes it an ideal choice for smaller gardens or those with limited space.
• Organic Fruit Potential: By growing your own sweet fig plant, you have complete control over cultivation practices, allowing you to produce organic, pesticide-free fruit for your family.
• Attractive Landscape Addition: Beyond its fruit, the fig tree itself is an attractive specimen with lush, lobed leaves, adding an ornamental touch to your garden or patio.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Proper care is essential for a thriving Olympian fig tree live plant and a bountiful harvest. These trees are relatively low-maintenance once established, but a good start ensures success. For optimal growth and fruiting, plant your fig trees in a location that receives full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. While they can tolerate partial sun, more sun generally leads to sweeter and more abundant fruit. Ensure the soil is well-draining; figs do not like wet feet. A slightly acidic to neutral soil pH (6.0-7.0) is ideal. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage, or sandy soils to improve water retention. When planting your bare-root fig trees, dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots comfortably and deep enough so that the crown of the plant is at soil level. Backfill with soil, gently tamping down to remove air pockets, and water thoroughly.

Watering is crucial during the establishment phase and during dry spells, especially when the tree is fruiting. Aim for consistent moisture, but avoid overwatering. Once established, mature fig trees are quite drought-tolerant. Fertilize your cold hardy fig tree in early spring with a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer or one formulated for fruit trees. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can promote leafy growth at the expense of fruit production. Pruning is best done in late winter or early spring while the tree is dormant. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to improve air circulation and sunlight penetration. You can also prune to maintain a desired size and shape. Protect young trees from extreme winter cold in Zone 6 with mulch around the base or by wrapping the trunk if temperatures are expected to drop significantly. Understanding the specific needs for growing fig trees in your climate will help ensure a healthy and productive plant.

Size & Details

This offering includes three young Olympian fig tree live plant specimens, shipped bare-root and ready for immediate planting. When mature, the Olympian fig tree typically reaches a height of 4-8 feet, making it a manageable size for most home gardens or even large containers. Its spread will be similar, creating a rounded, bushy form. As a bare-root plant, it is shipped without soil or a pot, which allows for easier transport and reduces transplant shock when planted correctly. The growth rate is moderate, with trees beginning to produce fruit within 1-3 years after planting, depending on care and growing conditions. The ‘Olympian’ fig is known for its reliable fruiting and excellent performance, especially when considering Olympian fig care practices. Expect a robust plant that will establish well and provide delicious, organic figs for many seasons.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this plant get? A: The Olympian fig tree live plant typically grows to a mature height of 4-8 feet and a similar spread, making it a good size for most home gardens or large patio containers.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Olympian fig tree is primarily an outdoor plant, known for its cold hardiness. It thrives in USDA Zones 6-10, but can be grown in containers and brought indoors in colder climates.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This fig tree requires full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day, for optimal growth and fruit production. It can tolerate partial sun, but fruit yield may be reduced.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the Olympian fig tree is considered relatively easy to care for once established. It’s a robust and forgiving plant, especially when following basic guidelines for growing fig trees.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your fig trees will arrive as young, bare-root plants, meaning they are shipped without soil or a pot. This is a common and effective method for shipping deciduous fruit trees.
• Q: How long until it blooms and fruits? A: Fig trees do not ‘bloom’ in the traditional sense, as the flowers are internal to the fig fruit. You can expect your Olympian fig tree live plant to begin producing fruit within 1-3 years after planting, with increasing yields as it matures.
• Q: Will it survive winter in my zone? A: The Olympian fig is particularly cold hardy, reliably surviving winters in USDA Zone 6 and warmer. In Zone 6, some winter protection like mulching or wrapping may be beneficial for young plants.
• Q: What’s the minimum temperature it can tolerate? A: This cold hardy fig tree can tolerate temperatures down to approximately -10°F (-23°C) in Zone 6, especially once established. Consistent extreme cold below this may require additional protection.
• Q: Can I grow this fig tree in a pot? A: Yes, the Olympian fig tree can be successfully grown in a large container. This is an excellent option for those in colder zones who wish to move the plant indoors during winter.
• Q: What kind of soil does it need? A: This fig tree prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0). Good drainage is key to preventing root rot.