Ficus Carica (White Genoa Fig)
Ficus Carica (White Genoa Fig)
Ficus Carica (White Genoa Fig) is a classic variety of fig tree known for its sweet, light-skinned fruit. The White Genoa produces medium to large-sized figs with a creamy white interior that is rich and succulent. This variety thrives in warm climates and is highly prized for its delicious flavour and prolific fruiting.
The White Genoa Fig is suitable for home gardens and commercial production, offering a bountiful harvest of sweet, tasty figs that are perfect for fresh eating, preserving, and baking.
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Mature height
2 to 4 meters
Mature width
3–4 metres
Spacing
4–5 metres
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Large green leaves with pale yellow to greenish fruit and sweet pink flesh
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to summer [September–December], with fruit maturing in late summer to autumn [January–April]
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Low maintenance; prune in winter to control size and encourage fruiting