Desert King Fig – Ficus carica 'Desert King' Live Plant | 16+ Inches Tall | Cold Hardy Edible Fig Tree

Enjoy delicious homegrown figs with a live Desert King Fig (Ficus carica 'Desert King'), measuring 16 inches or taller. Renowned for its exceptional performance in cooler climates, this vigorous fig tree produces large green-skinned fruit with sweet, strawberry-red flesh. Desert King is prized for its abundant early breba crop, which develops on the previous season's growth, making it a dependable producer even in regions with shorter growing seasons. Ideal for home orchards, edible landscapes, and patio containers, this hardy fig offers both ornamental beauty and flavorful harvests year after year.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Desert King Fig plant
✔️ Minimum 16 inches tall
✔️ Healthy bare root plant (no pot included)
✔️ Ready for planting in the garden or a container
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Desert King Fig
Botanical Name: Ficus carica 'Desert King'
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Bare root starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Fertile, well-draining soil
Watering: Water regularly during establishment; moderate watering once established
Mature Height: 10–25 feet (can be maintained smaller with pruning)
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a sunny location with well-draining soil and water consistently during the first growing season. Prune during dormancy to maintain size and encourage healthy branching. In colder climates, applying mulch around the base helps protect the roots during winter while preserving the previous year's wood for an abundant breba crop.