Black Mission Fig

Black Mission Fig Tree

The Black Mission Fig trees produce the most popular, medium to large size fruit with purple skin. The flesh is pink with a sweet, juicy, and creamy delicious flavor. Introduced by missionaries to what is now San Diego, California in 1768. The main commercial variety is grown in California. A fast and easy tree to grow. Takes less than 100 chill hours. Thrives in zones 8 – 11. Harvest ripe fruit in the Fall.

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General Plant Information

The Black Mission Fig tree produces medium to large fruits with purple skin and pink flesh. This fruit is sweet, juicy, and creamy, making it widely beloved. Spanish missionaries introduced this tree to San Diego, California, in 1768. Today, it remains the main commercial variety grown in California. The tree is fast-growing and easy to cultivate, needing fewer than 100 chill hours. It thrives in USDA zones 8–11 and yields ripe fruit in the fall.

Fruit and Tree Description

The Black Mission Fig tree yields pear-shaped figs with deep purple-black skin when ripe. These figs offer a rich, sweet flavor and tender, luscious texture. They are perfect for fresh eating or culinary delights. The tree is deciduous, with a spreading, dense growth habit. It can reach 15 to 30 feet in height. Its dark green, lobed leaves add to its ornamental appeal. The tree begins producing heavily from a young age. For best results, plant it in full sun. Regular pruning helps keep it at a manageable 10 feet tall and wide. Plant trees 10–15 feet apart in well-draining soil.

Historical Background

The Black Mission Fig Tree (Ficus carica ‘Black Mission’) has a rich history. Spanish missionaries brought it to California in the late 18th century. It is one of the oldest and most cherished fig cultivars in the United States. The cultivar’s exact origin is uncertain. It was named after the Spanish mission settlements where it was first grown. This tree is a captivating and fruitful addition to any garden or orchard. Purchase one today to grow your own sweet, juicy figs.

Uses

These succulent figs can be enjoyed fresh, dried, or in various culinary creations. Figs make a delightful addition to cheese platters, salads, desserts, and jams. The tree’s dense foliage provides ample shade, perfect for relaxing outdoor spaces. You’ll appreciate the beauty, shade, and delicious fruit this tree brings to your home.

Additional Information

Harvest Time : Fall
Botanical Name : Ficus carica
Plant Type: Deciduous
USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11
Chill Hours: Less than 100
Pollination: Self-Fruitful / Self Pollinating

Planting Information

Step One:

Soil and Planting: Plant in soil that drains well. Dig a hole that is as deep as the tree’s roots and at least twice as wide.

Step Two:

Place the tree in the hole and backfill around the plant’s roots with a mixture of the native soil and high-quality planting mix that has washed sand and organic fertilizer.

Step Three:

Create a basin around the roots drip zone so that water collects. Water deeply until the roots and nearby soil is saturated and reaches field capacity.

Plant Care Information

Limited Guarantee and Returns

Our plants are guaranteed to be true-to-name as labeled and in good condition when received. “Local pickup” means the customer will pick up at our nursery.  “Delivery” does NOT include planting, and customer must arrange to receive items once offloaded from our truck. Our driver may move items as a courtesy, but is not responsible for moving items further onto your property. Returns/Refunds are subject to a 10% restocking fee.

Compatibility

The two factors that determine if a deciduous fruit trees will grow well and produce fruit in a certain area are the Chill Hour Requirement and the Cold Hardiness. “Chill hours” are the amount of cold a deciduous fruit tree need to produce fruit. This is measured in the number of hours below 45 degrees Fahrenheit a plant must experience during its winter dormancy. Paradise Nursery only grows Low Chill fruit trees that meet the chill requirements of all areas of the United States.

The second factor is Cold Hardiness. Cold Hardiness refers to the minimum temperature a plant can tolerate. The USDA’s Cold Hardiness Zones indicate the average minimum winter temperatures of areas. Based on the shipping zipcode, our website will only allow you to add plants to your cart that grow within your USDA Hardiness Zone, and tolerate your climate.

Pollination & Propagation

(Grafting/Cutting) Most of Paradise Nursery’s edible plants are self-fruitful. Self-pollinating trees do not require an additional tree to produce fruit. For your convenience, we have indicated which trees require a pollinator, and their associated pollinators. Only the sweet cherries, avocados, and some plums require a pollinator. All of our other propagated edible plants do not require a pollinator. All of our edible plants are either grown from cuttings, budded, or grafted. This way, we can ensure that our plants are high quality and fruit immediately. Plants will generally begin fruiting within a year of planting.

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