Fig, Celeste

Celeste Fig is a beloved variety celebrated for its small, honey-sweet figs that ripen early in the season, making it one of the best choices for northern and temperate climates. Known as the “Sugar Fig” due to its incredible sweetness, Celeste has a closed-eye characteristic that helps prevent spoilage and makes it more resistant to pests and diseases. With rich, violet-brown skin and soft, pink flesh, these figs are perfect for fresh eating, drying, and preserves. Celeste Fig is self-fertile and can be grown in the ground or in containers, bringing Mediterranean warmth to backyards, food forests, and edible landscapes.

Key Characteristics:

• Early & Reliable Fruiting
  Celeste Fig produces an early main crop that ripens in mid-summer (July), delivering delicious fruit ahead of many other fig varieties. Its consistent yield makes it a favorite for those wanting fresh figs during the peak of summer.

• Natural Pest & Disease Resistance
  With a closed-eye structure, Celeste figs are naturally resistant to pests, fungal diseases, and fruit spoilage from rain. This makes it a low-maintenance option, especially in humid regions prone to fruit rot.

• Rich Flavor & Versatile Use
  Known for its exceptional sweetness, Celeste figs are ideal for fresh eating, drying, jams, and desserts. The fig’s rich taste and texture make it a versatile culinary ingredient, adding a gourmet touch to both savory and sweet dishes.

• Cold Hardy & Container-Friendly
  Celeste is more cold-tolerant than many fig varieties, adapting well to USDA zones 6–9. In cooler climates, it can be grown in containers and overwintered indoors, making it accessible to gardeners in less temperate regions.

Product Details:

• Sun requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, medium-moisture soil
• Mature height: 10–15 feet (can be pruned for smaller size)
• Bloom time: Inconspicuous blooms in early spring (April)
• Fruit qualities: Violet-brown skin, pink flesh, very sweet flavor
• Fruit uses: Fresh eating, drying, preserves, desserts
• Fruit ripening month: Main crop in July
• Required chill hours: Minimal; well-suited to warmer temperate climates
• USDA Hardiness zones: 6–9

Celeste Fig is an ideal choice for fig lovers, combining ease of care with outstanding fruit quality. Perfect for orchards, food forests, and container growing, it’s a sweet, rewarding addition to any edible landscape.