Ficus carica 'Figalicious'

Common Name:
Fig 'Figalicious'

Description:
Fig 'Figalicious' (Ficus carica 'Figalicious') is a compact fig variety, specially selected for its dwarf habit and prolific fruiting. Ideal for smaller gardens, courtyards, or containers, this deciduous fruit tree offers glossy, deeply lobed foliage and a neat, bushy shape. In Melbourne's climate, it performs well with warm summers and cool winters, producing an abundant crop of medium-sized, purple-skinned figs with rich, red flesh and a sweet, honeyed flavour. These figs are delicious eaten fresh, dried, or used in cooking and baking. 'Figalicious' prefers a full sun position with well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering during fruit development. It drops its leaves in winter and bounces back in spring with vigorous new growth. A low-maintenance, self-pollinating tree, it’s a fantastic choice for edible gardens, patios, or even balcony growing.

Form:
Tree - Small
Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:
Height: 1.5–2 m
Width: 1.5–2 m

Aspect:
Full Sun

Flowering:
Does not flower (produces fruit without visible flowers)

Flower Colour:
Does not flower

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Edible Fruit
Deciduous
Self-pollinating
Suitable for Small Gardens
Low Maintenance

Toxicity:
Fig sap (from leaves and stems) may cause skin irritation in some people. Unripe fruit and leaves can be mildly toxic to pets (dogs and cats) if ingested.

Companion Plants:
Lavender
Rosemary
Thyme
Strawberries
Chives
Blueberries

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public here