Half-Standard Fig Tree
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Half-Standard Fig Tree
- With their clear trunks and ball-like crowns of foliage, half-standard fig trees (often also called lollipop trees) make an eye-catching addition to whichever garden they grace.
- A versatile tree that's perfect for both container planting and growing in the open ground, your own delectable figs are just a hop, skip and a computer click away…
- ‘Brown Turkey’ is a powerhouse of the fig world. Brilliantly suited to the UK climate, reliable and yielding succulent, honeyed fruit, this variety even has an RHS award!
- Fancy a bushier fig that grows compact and lower to the ground? Step this way...
- To ensure your half-standard tree retains its shape, give it a light prune in summer with a pair of secateurs, trimming back overly zealous shoots to around five or six leaves long, and an additional tidy in winter being recommended if you notice any dead, damaged or congested branches.
- Check out our article, Pruning Fig Trees: An Expert Guide, for more information.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Half-Standard Fig Tree grows exceptionally well in a pot. In fact, restricting its root system in a container can actually encourage more prolific fruit production rather than excessive foliage growth. Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes, and use a loam-based compost like John Innes No. 3 mixed with some grit for drainage. You will need to repot every couple of years as it grows.
How big does it get?
This tree can reach a height and spread of 2 to 2.5 metres if unrestricted, but it stays smaller in a container.
How much sunlight does this need?
It needs a sheltered, sunny spot, ideally south or west-facing, to ensure the fruit ripens properly in the UK climate.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
This fig tree prefers well-drained, fertile soil that is ideally neutral to slightly alkaline (pH 6.0-7.5), and if grown in a pot, you should use John Innes No. 3 compost with added grit.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water regularly during the growing season, keeping the soil moist. Reduce watering in winter when the tree is dormant.
Will this plant need pruning?
Prune in late winter to remove dead wood and maintain shape. Pinch out young shoots in summer to encourage fruiting.
How hardy is this plant?
This half-standard fig tree is generally hardy (H4) and can survive outdoor temperatures down to -10°C in the UK. However, because it is often grown in a container to maintain its shape, the roots are more vulnerable and may require winter protection during severe frosts.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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