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Ficus carica Gustis Ficcolino

Ficus carica Gustis ® Ficcolino
Common Fig, Fig Tree

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This recent variety of Swiss origin, is very hardy and self-fertile. It has a compact habit which produces high-yielding twice yearly harvests of small figs, yellowish-green in colour, from the end of June and then again in Autumn. The figs have a red, sweet flesh, covered with a thin and soft skin that makes them pleasant to eat raw. This small growing variety will not exceed 2 meters (6 feet 7 inches), making it suitable for gardens with limited space, for cultivation in containers, or for creating a fruit hedge with other small fruits.
Flavour
Very sweet
Height at maturity
1.80 m
Spread at maturity
1.50 m
Exposure
Sun
Self-fertilising
Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time January to April, September to November
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Flowering time May to July
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Harvest time June to September
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Description

The Ficus carica Gustis Ficcolino is a recent variety originating from Switzerland. It is characterized by its high productivity, great hardiness, double summer and autumn fructification, and compact habit. It produces small to medium-sized figs, pear-shaped, with a thin and smooth skin, greenish-yellow in color, then yellowish-green when ripe. The fruit, with its red pulp, is juicy and very sweet, containing numerous small seeds (achenes), which can be eaten fresh after picking or utilised in various recipes. Very decorative, with its architectural habit, this fig tree offers many possibilities for integration in the garden, or on a balcony or terrace. Plant in frost-free autumn-winter (or in spring for colder regions). It is not prone to diseases and requires almost no maintenance.

Originating from regions with a warm temperate climate, ranging from the Mediterranean to Central Asia, the Fig tree (Ficus carica) belongs to the Moraceae family. Generally, it does not exceed three to four meters in height and has a fairly twisted trunk and a bushy habit. The deciduous leaves reach up to 25 cm (9.8 in) in length, divided into three to seven lobes with variable shape. The undersides of the leaves are velvety and show prominent veins. The wood, with its smooth gray bark, is soft, spongy, and hollow.

The Gustis Ficcolino variety forms a small, vigorous tree with a rounded and branched habit, reaching between 1.60 and 1.90 m (5 ft 2 in and 6 ft 2 in) in height and 1.20 to 1.50 m (3 ft 11 in to 4 ft 11 in) in width at maturity (7 to 10 years). Ficcolino is a self-fertile and biferous variety, meaning it bears fruit twice, first from late June, then in early September, if the climatic conditions are favorable. Among Fig trees, there are:

- uniferous varieties, producing a single, abundant harvest per year, at the beginning of autumn.

- biferous varieties, bearing fruit twice a year, producing figs called 'flower figs' in early summer, appearing on the previous year's wood, and autumn figs, developing on the current year's branches.

Among all the Fig tree varieties, the Gustis Ficcolino Fig tree abundantly produces flower figs of about 40 to 70 g in late June, then figs of 60 to 90 g in September-October. This staggered fruiting ensures a harvest of delicious figs throughout the season. The harvest will be done several times as the fruits ripen. It is a self-fertile and parthenocarpic variety, allowing fruit set without fertilization. It does not require other Fig tree plants and does not need the intervention of the fig wasp, the sole pollinating insect of the fig tree, which is too sensitive to survive in cold climates.

Rich in fiber, the Fig has laxative properties and the seeds aid digestion. It is rich in minerals, trace elements, and vitamin B. To preserve the Fig's flavors after harvest, it is not recommended to store them in the refrigerator as the skin can suffer from humidity and condensation.

The Fig tree is often considered one of the most beautiful fruit trees. Its unique foliage gives it an ornamental aspect and provides a beautiful shaded area. Plant the Gustis Ficcolino Fig tree against a wall that will protect it from the cold during harsh winters, with a south or southwest exposure, either alone, integrated into a flowerbed, or in a large pot on a sunny terrace or balcony. Its small and compact habit allows it to be propagated succesfully in a pot in colder egions that can be bought indoors when tenperatures drop below -10°C.

It is important to choose the right variety based on the climate, garden size, and desired use of the fruits.

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Ficus carica Gustis Ficcolino (Harvest) Harvest

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.80 m
Spread at maturity 1.50 m
Growth rate normal

Fruit

Fruit colour green
Fruit diameter 4 cm
Flavour Very sweet
Use Table, Jam, Compote, Patisserie, Cooking
Harvest time June to September

Flowering

Flower colour yellow
Flowering time May to July
Flower size 3 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour dark green

Botanical data

Genus

Ficus

Species

carica

Cultivar

Gustis ® Ficcolino

Family

Moraceae

Other common names

Common Fig, Fig Tree

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference179001

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Planting and care

The Fig tree can be grown in most types of soil, even poor, rocky, and dry ones, but prefers deep, loose soils with a sufficient limestone content. It requires a sunny exposure and protection from strong winds (south or southwest) in order to bear fruit well. In summary, the fig tree likes to be warm and have its head in the sun, which is important for the ripening of the fruits in summer. At the time of planting, create a layer of gravel at the bottom of the planting hole and add a mixture of garden soil and mature compost or topsoil.

Water well during the first two years following planting, especially during the summer, as its root system, although capable of drawing water deeply from the soil, is not sufficiently developed. Plant from November to the end of March, outside of freezing periods. In colder regions, it is preferable to plant early in the spring. It is a hardy tree but not suited to montainous climates. The aboveground parts can be damaged by cold (young branches from -15-17°C (5-62.6 °F), flower buds from -10-12°C (14-53.6 °F), it will regrow from the stump until -20°C (-4 °F).

For pot planting: place a layer of gravel or clay pebbles at the bottom of the pot to facilitate drainage. Add a layer of soil and then place the plant and cover with a mixture of 2/3 gardem soil, 1/3 topsoil or mature compost. Topdress every spring, by replacing the surface layer with fresh topsoil. Water regularly and moderately. At the end of autumn, protect the pot with insulation before winter frosts.

The Fig tree is not very susceptible to diseases and pests.

Planting period

Best planting time September to October
Recommended planting time January to April, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Free-standing, Container, Orchard
Region concerned Corse, Pays Basque, Sud-Ouest, Zone méditerranéenne, dite de l’olivier
Hardiness Hardy down to -15°C (USDA zone 7b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained), Free draining, fertile.

Care

Pruning instructions Having a hollow wood that heals with difficulty, the pruning of the fig tree is important. It is preferable not to prune it too severely, especially in winter when it is more fragile. Preferably prune in early spring during the rise of sap. In April, it is recommended to pinch out the young shoots (cut off the tip with your nails). For mature specimens, use pruning shears and cut above the 2nd eye shoots of the year. From September to November, cut the shoots that have fruited to improve the next fruiting and the upcoming harvest. Apply a healing clay-type dressing to the pruning wounds.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time March to April, September to November
Soil moisture Tolerant
Disease resistance Very good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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