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Ficus carica 'LSU Purple'

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 'LSU Purple' (fig) yields 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 'LSU Purple' (fig). Ficus carica 'LSU Purple' (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 This tree attracts birds to your garden. Ficus carica 'LSU Purple' tolerates salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Ficus carica 'LSU Purple' (fig) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.