Fig, Chicago Hardy, Bare Root

Chicago Hardy Fig is a cold-hardy, resilient fig variety known for its ability to thrive in cooler climates and withstand winter temperatures down to 10F, even dying back and resprouting in spring. This versatile fig produces medium-sized fruits with dark purple skin and sweet, strawberry-colored flesh. Chicago Hardy Fig yields an abundant main crop in late summer, perfect for fresh eating, preserves, and drying. Suitable for both container growing and in-ground planting, it adds a reliable, productive fruiting layer to orchards, edible landscapes, and food forests.

Key Characteristics:

• Extremely Cold Hardy & Resilient
  Known for its adaptability, Chicago Hardy Fig can survive harsh winters and reliably resprout from the roots, making it suitable for northern regions. This resilience allows fig enthusiasts in USDA zones 5-10 to enjoy homegrown figs.

• Flavorful, Versatile Fruit
  With sweet, juicy flesh and a rich flavor profile, Chicago Hardy figs are perfect for fresh eating, cooking, drying, and preserving. Their small-to-medium size makes them convenient for snacking and adds a delicious sweetness to recipes.

• Container-Friendly & Low Maintenance
  Chicago Hardy performs exceptionally well in containers, allowing gardeners to bring it indoors in colder climates. Its easy-care nature and adaptability to pruning make it a manageable addition to small spaces and patios.

• Pollinator-Friendly Blooms
  Although its blooms are inconspicuous, Chicago Hardy Fig benefits pollinators in early spring, supporting a diversity of bees and insects that feed on the young leaves and flowers.

Product Details:

• Sun requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, medium-moisture soil
• Mature height: 8-10 feet (can be pruned for smaller size)
• Bloom time: Inconspicuous blooms in early spring (April to May)
• Fruit qualities: Dark purple skin, strawberry-pink flesh, sweet flavor
• Fruit uses: Fresh eating, drying, cooking, preserves
• Fruit ripening month: August to September (main crop)
• USDA Hardiness zones: 5-10

Chicago Hardy Fig brings both beauty and productivity to the landscape, providing delicious figs in a variety of climates. Whether grown in a container or in the ground, it's a rewarding choice for gardeners wanting a cold-hardy fig with exceptional fruit quality.