Ficus carica Plants slow-growing holly-like shrub that forms

slow-growing holly-like shrub that forms a broadly vase-shaped

often remaining on the tree through winter

emerging bright green

turning dark green as they mature before eventually turning vivid oranges and reds in the autumn

Not suitable for areas which experience late spring frost

Ficus carica Plants slow-growing holly-like shrub that formsFigs are native trees of Syria and Persia, and have been grown in Britain since Roman times. This highly ornamental tree has large, glossy, palmate leaves. It is best grown against a south or south west facing wall, where, in long, hot summers it will produce an abundant crop of brown, pear shaped fruit with red flesh. Hardy, but may need coverage in winter. H4