Black Mission Fig Fruit Tree

Black Mission Fig

Figs are one of the very first plants to be cultivated by humans. They have been documented throughout history as a food source for over 11,000 years. They were first cultivated in ancient Egypt though they are believed to be indigenous to western Asia. They still have a huge presence in northern Africa and throughout the eastern Mediterranean, specifically Greece and Turkey. They have been naturalized in the western Mediterranean and throughout temperate regions of the United States, primarily Southern California.

The Black Mission Fig is native to the Balearic Islands, an archipelago of Spain in the western Mediterranean Sea. Spaniards brought the fig to America in 1520. The (California) Mission fig received its given name in honor of the missionary fathers - priests at Mission San Diego, who originally planted figs in California in 1769. In the late 1880s, fig orchards covered much of the area within the city limits of Fresno, the heart of the central San Joaquin Valley, the largest agricultural sector of California. Figs require full sun all day to ripen palatable fruits. Cold springs and cloudy summers can lead to a dismal fig season.

Growing Black Mission Figs

The Black Mission Fig is a highly valuable fruit. The sweet taste and incredible texture of the Black Mission Fig make it highly desirable. Rather than spend money buying figs from the supermarket, invest in your own Black Mission Fig tree.
It's easy to grow figs. Unlike a lot of other fruit trees that require lots of pruning, fertilizing and waiting, the Black Mission Fig loves to produce fruit. Without even trying, you'll be picking delicious, sweet figs from your tree in no time.

Don't worry about your climate. The Black Mission Fig tree likes California style weather, but don't worry if you don't call California home. If it gets cold where you live, you can plant the tree in a pot and bring it indoors during the freeze. Black Mission Fig trees grow great inside a pot or in your yard. Shape the plant to fit your needs. The great thing about the Black Mission Fig's size is that it's adaptable to your needs. You can pot and prune the plant to keep it small, or you can plant it in your yard and watch it expand. You get to choose how this tree fits into your life.

You get two harvests each year. Enjoy figs twice a year with the Black Mission Fig. Your tree will produce luscious fruit in the early spring and early fall.

The Black Mission Fig produces more fruit than any other fig tree. You'll get tons of sweet, soft fruit each year with your tree. Being one of the most abundant fig trees around, the Black Mission Fig will give you more fruit than you can imagine.

You will receive one Well-Rooted Starter Plant!

Your plant will be shipped with the roots wrapped in damp paper towels and with plastic and ready to plant upon arrival. The plants will be between 4” to 6”in height with well-developed roots. Planting guidelines will also be included.