Chicago Hardy Fig Tree – Live Edible Fig Plant | 3 Gallon Pot | Ficus carica Cold Hardy Fruit Tree | Sweet Backyard Fig Tree
Grow delicious homegrown figs even in cooler climates with Chicago Hardy Fig, one of the most cold-hardy edible fig varieties available. This productive fruit tree is prized for its sweet flavorful figs, vigorous growth, and ability to resprout from the roots after winter dieback in colder regions while still producing fruit in autumn. Its adaptability and reliable performance make it a favorite for backyard orchards, edible landscapes, patio gardens, and homestead plantings.
Chicago Hardy produces rich purple-brown figs with sweet strawberry-colored flesh that are perfect for fresh eating, drying, baking, and preserves. Its attractive lobed foliage also adds ornamental beauty to the landscape throughout the growing season. These healthy plants are shipped established in 3 gallon nursery pots and are ready to thrive in your garden.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Chicago Hardy Fig plant
✔️ 3 gallon pot plant
✔️ Cold hardy edible fig tree
✔️ Healthy, rooted fruit plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Chicago Hardy Fig
Botanical Name: Ficus carica ‘Chicago Hardy’
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial sun
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture during fruiting
Mature Height: Approximately 10–20 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 12–22 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 6–10
Container Friendly: Yes
💡 Care Tip: In colder areas, apply heavy mulch around the base during winter for additional root protection. Plant in a sheltered sunny location for best fruit production and winter survival.