Growing guide · Home growing: windowsill, balcony and terrace
Fig
Ficus carica
A deciduous fruit tree that does well in a pot: restricted roots mean more fruit, and the pot can be moved under cover for winter.
Key figures
| Item | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Pot size | initially about 30 cm wide and deep; repot into a slightly larger pot every couple of years in March | [1] |
| Fertilising | in pots a high-potassium liquid feed fortnightly in the growing season until the figs start to ripen | [1] |
| Winter | in autumn move into an unheated greenhouse, shed or porch until after the last frost | [1] |
| pH | no exact value in the sources |
The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.
These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.