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CELESTE FIG TREE

CELESTE FIG TREE

Manufacturer: N/A
SKU: CELEFIC3
UPC: Plant Size: #3G (11.36L)
Price: $45.00

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Enjoy CELESTE FIG trees for their...

. excellent quality tasty summer fruit >>> one of the sweetest fig varieties
. exceptional cold tolerance >>> considered hardy to 0° F (-17.7°C)
. fast vigorous growth >>> productive multi-stemmed habit to 10-15'+
. water-wise eco-friendly nature >>> considered pest-free + drought tolerant

USDA plant hardiness zones: 7, 8, 9, 10
Sunset plant hardiness zones: 4-9, 12-24 [western states]

LIGHT: full sun for best fruit production [tolerates partial shade]
WATER: evenly moist [considered drought tolerant once established]
SOIL: fertile + humus-rich + well-drained [preferred soil pH: 6.0-6.5]

Botanical Name: Ficus carica 'Celeste'
Plant Family: Moraceae - Mulberry Family
Plant Origin/Fig Tree Nursery Cultivar: Eastern Mediterranean Region
Celeste thrives in hot, humid climates and is perfect for Gulf Coast gardeners.
a.k.a: Malta Fig, Celestial, Sugar Fig Tree, Blue Celeste, Violette

How to grow Celeste Fig Trees:
. Select a location that provides adequate sunlight, water, and soil requirements [see above]
. Water regularly until established and during dry spells for optimum performance
. Fertilize fig trees in early spring
. Prune as needed to maintain desired height and spread [usually not required]
. Maintain a mulch layer to conserve soil moisture and minimize pesky weeds
. Avoid unnecessary cultivation around plants once they're established
. Grow figs in large winter-protected containers in colder climates

We ship large, gift quality plants in their original container and soil.
Celestial figs are guaranteed to delight your family and friends.
Send edible gift trees that impress.

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