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A taste of the Mediterranean attractive garden tree, with its strong branch structure creating an interesting appearance. Figs from this tree are exceptionally tasty brownish-purple fruit, which is produced twice a year, in late spring and again in late summer. Folklore states that the Greeks, the Spartans and athletes included figs as their staple diet, as it increased their strength and swiftness. In fact, in ancient Greece it was forbidden to export figs. During the time of the Roamn Empire, in Latin mythology, it was dedicated to Bacchus (Dionysus) the 'jolly god' who was supposed to have gained his vigor from the fig tree. Figs were used in religious ceremonies. In fact, figs were held sacred by the Romans because the wolf that suckled Romulus and Remus rested under a Fig tree. Figs were offered as presents during the celebrations of the first day of the year by Romans. The inhabitants of Cyrene crowned themselves with wreaths of Figs when sacrificing to Saturn, as he was said to have discovered the the fruit. The fig was considered an antidote against poison. Much interesting history that will make your Fig tree a worthy addition to your garden. Expect a final height of between 5m and 7m (15ft and 21ft). Type of Fig: Eating Time of Picking: Mid Season Fertility: Self fertile
Fig Brown Turkey is sold as a 1/4 standard, with a height of between 1.0 metres and 1.25 metres and supplied in a 5 litre container for year round planting. We will include a message card included at no additional cost if required.
General Fruit Tree Life Expectancy Most fruit trees will give you at least 40 years of fruit. Pears can go to 70. Records of 200 year old trees exist but this is the exception, not the rule.
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