Edibles – Fruit – Brown Turkey Fig

Brown Turkey Fig 

Botanical name: ficus carica ‘brown turkey’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: 13 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zone 7-10

Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: green, purple, brown 

Bloom time:  spring and summer blooms, summer and fall harvest 

Pruning instructions: prune during dormancy in the winter before new growth begins to emerge to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate by grafting 

Landscape use: fruit garden, patio plant, privacy, borders 

Special features: disease resistant, heat tolerant, attracts wildlife 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-3 inches of soil dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced organic fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: fall 

Best type of soil:  loam, sand 

Companion plants: lavender, rosemary, thyme, strawberries 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no