Black Mission Fig

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 Black Mission Fig

Ficus carica x Black Mission

The Black Mission fig is the industry standard black fig. These purplish-black skinned fruits have strawberry-colored flesh that has a rich, sweet flavor. This is a hardy, heavy bearing, long-lived variety that produces two crops per year. It is productive both near the coast or inland.

Black Mission Details  
Flavor Rich, Sweet
Chill Hours 100 below 45° F
Skin Color When Ripe Purplish-Black
Fruit Use Canned, Dried, Fresh
Self-Fruitful Yes
Flower Season Spring
Fruit Season August-November
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Regular Water
USDA Zone 8-9