White Genoa Fig Tree

The White Genoa fig is a medium to large fruit with 2 crops a year. This heirloom fig is prized for the delicious juicy amber yellow flesh that is both sweet and meaty. The green-skinned fruit turns somewhat yellow when near ripe. Two crops a season the early Breba crop is abundant with great flavor.
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USDA ZONES: 8-10 Outdoors, 4-11 Patio
 
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White Genoa Fig Tree is self-fertile, but the fruit crop will be larger if the tree is planted with a second tree.

Description

Ficus carica 'White Genoa'

The White Genoa fig is a medium to large fruit with 2 crops a year. This heirloom fig is prized for the delicious juicy amber yellow flesh that is both sweet and meaty. The green-skinned fruit turns somewhat yellow when near ripe. Two crops a season the early Breba crop is abundant with great flavor. The later season crop is lighter and very flavorful. This variety does well in cooler climates and costal areas.
Characteristics
Fruit Color:
White w/ pink
Ripens:
July - September
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Water Needs:
regular water/drought tolerant
Soil Type:
well-draining
Soil pH Level:
pH of 7
Tree Size:

12' - 15' height with 12' - 15' spread

Figs can easily be held to any reasonable height with pruning. Recommended is below 10 feet. Space trees 10 to 12 feet on center
Years to Bear:
1
Pollination:
Self Pollinating
Bloom Color:
Cold Hardy:
to 25° F
Primary USDA Zone Range:
8 - 10
Secondary USDA Zone Range:
4 - 11
Chill Hours:
150 - 250
Size & Spacing

12' - 15' height with 12' - 15' spread

Figs can easily be held to any reasonable height with pruning. Recommended is below 10 feet. Space trees 10 to 12 feet on center

10 to 12 feet on center

Planting & Care

Figs will tolerate any type of soil that is well drained. Figs require 8 hours a day of full sun and long hot summers to produce fruit the White Genoa however, is well adapted to the cooler coastal climates and will be very productive. it will require protection from extreme cold winters. They like regular water to get started but will tolerate drought once the tree is established. Water deeply at least once a week for the first year. The sap of fig trees can be irritating, wear gloves when pruning the trees or harvesting the fruit if your are sensitive to latex. Figs are easily trained as espaliers and do well in containers.

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