Description
About the Olympian Fig Tree
Enjoy sweet, delectable fresh eating figs – excellent for canning and drying too. The Olympian Fig is incredibly cold tolerant and will grow back from the roots at colder temperatures down to zero degrees Fahrenheit. This fig tree is one of the most reliable producers. It’s self-fruitful, with a large crop ready to harvest in July and with a second, smaller crop later in the season.
Overwintering Fig Trees in Cooler Climates
If you experience temperatures below freezing, then additional winter protection is necessary for best results. Potted figs should be placed in an insulated, unheated, preferably dark room or cool basement. Water them monthly until just moist so the roots do not dry out completely.
For fig trees planted in-ground, insulate as much as possible by getting creative. Use chicken wire and burlap or surround with straw bales stuffed with leaves. The pliable branches can be bent in to preserve as much as the plant as possible. What is not covered, will likely die back. Figs fruit on new growth and the insulated roots will send out new growth, even if the top dies.
Survival Guaranteed!
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Fruit Color | Purple |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 2 - 10, Outdoor Planting: 6 - 10 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | July |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 6.5 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 3 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow fig trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Shipping Information
Arrives when it's time to plant
Questions & Answers
We appreciate you reaching out to us. Figs are self pollinating and do not require another tree to bear fruit. However when yo plant different varieties this does make for larger crop yields.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
To restrict your fig's roots, plant it in a 37.5cm (15”) pot and, if planting against a wall, bury it until the soil is level with the rim and the rim is touching the wall. Alternatively, construct a fig pit.
Yes, the Olympian fig is considered to have a closed eye (or very tight eye).
Unfortunately, at this time we cannot ship products outside the United States, or to Hawaii.
Fig trees do not flower and many types tend to have a second smaller crop if the growing season is long enough. It’s self-fruitful, with a large crop ready to harvest in July and with a second, smaller crop later in the season. We have updated our description.
The date given is the date in which these will be ready to ship, if it does not work for you and your zone then you would want to wait until spring to place your order.
Yes I believe so.
In most cases Size at Maturity: 8-12 ft. in height, smaller with pruning. Bloom Time: Flowers are not noticeable as they are inside the fig. Yield: 30-50 lbs.
These are not grafted trees.
Genus: Ficus
Species: carica
Cultivar: Olympian Fig
Fig tree roots generally are very invasive, although much depends on the cultivar, its planting location, and the overall soil quality.
Will grow in my planting zone and not too tall
My neighbor has one of these and always get plenty of beautiful figs!
Daughter in law asked for a fig tree. This one is compatible with weather zone!!
cold hardy and sweet... plus the customer reviews