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Ficus carica 'Alma'

Family Moraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 3 - 9 m (10 - 30 ft)
Spread 3 - 9 m (10 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The tree Ficus carica 'Alma' (fig) bears medium green and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant is rounded in form and has matte, coarse textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is medium green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Fragrant fruit are produced by Ficus carica 'Alma' (fig). Ficus carica 'Alma' (fig) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Container, culinary, fruit, house plant, specimen, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Ficus carica 'Alma' . Ficus carica 'Alma' is tolerant of salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Ficus carica 'Alma' (fig) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.