Brown Turkey Fig Tree, Dwarf

The Brown Turkey Fig is a semi-dwarf fig tree that produces bronze-skinned fruit with reddish-amber pulp and a balanced, not overly rich sweetness. Cold-hardy and easy to manage, it delivers two harvests a year and suits both urban gardens and larger landscapes.

At a glance

• Type: Semi-dwarf fig tree
• Fruit: Bronze skin with reddish-amber pulp
• Harvests: Breba crop late May to June; main crop September to November
• Cold hardiness: Tolerates cooler temperatures
• USDA hardiness zones: 6 to 9
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, moisture-retaining
• Tree age: 2 to 12 months, 3-gallon container
• Sizes: 1 to 2 feet in 1-gallon, 2 to 3 feet in 3-gallon

Best for

• Urban gardens and larger landscapes
• Two-season fig harvests
• Cooler-climate fruit growing
• Fresh eating
• Southeastern US gardens

How to grow

Plant in well-drained, fertile soil that retains moisture, in full sun to partial shade, and water regularly during the growing season. Use a balanced fertilizer in the growing season and prune to maintain shape and air circulation. The semi-dwarf form keeps it manageable while still yielding well.

Flavor profile

Sweet but not overly rich, with succulent, reddish-amber flesh that is delicious fresh.

About Everglades Farm

Everglades Farm is a Florida nursery in Homestead growing fruiting trees, edible plants, and rare garden showpieces, shipped directly from the nursery to your door.