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Ficus carica 'Black Jack'

Family Moraceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   6a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H2 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level
Height 3 - 6 m (10 - 20 ft)
Spread 3 - 6 m (10 - 20 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 'Black Jack' (fig) is repeat-blooming and bears medium green blooms during late spring to early summer. The matte foliage is medium green in colour, coarse in texture and semi-evergreen. Ficus carica 'Black Jack' (fig) produces fragrant fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Ficus carica 'Black Jack' (fig) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Container, culinary, fruit, house plant, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Ficus carica 'Black Jack' tolerates salt. This tree attracts birds to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Ficus carica 'Black Jack' (fig) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.