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Chicago Hardy Fig Tree – Cold-Hardy, Self-Fertile Fig with Sweet Fruit | Easy to Grow in Pots or Ground
Chicago Hardy Fig Tree – Cold-Hardy, Self-Fertile Fig with Sweet Fruit | Easy to Grow in Pots or Ground
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🌿 Chicago Hardy Fig Tree
Bring home a fig tree that thrives where others can’t! The Chicago Hardy Fig Tree (Ficus carica ‘Chicago Hardy’) is famous for its cold resistance, sweet flavor, and easy care — perfect for home gardeners in both warm and cool climates.
This resilient variety can survive winter temperatures down to 10°F, and even if the top dies back, it will regrow from the roots in spring. It produces medium-sized, richly flavored figs with deep red flesh and smooth brown skin — perfect for fresh eating, drying, or making jams.
Whether planted in the ground or kept in a container, the Chicago Hardy Fig rewards you with lush green foliage, ornamental appeal, and abundant fruit from late summer to early fall.
📋 Key Features
| 🌱 | Feature | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 🍈 | Fruit | Sweet, medium-sized figs with rich red flesh |
| ❄️ | Cold Hardiness | Survives down to 10°F; regrows from roots |
| 🌞 | Light | Full sun (6+ hours daily) |
| 🪴 | Mature Size | 10–15 ft tall × 9–12 ft wide (smaller in pots) |
| 💧 | Water Needs | Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil |
| 🌸 | Pollination | Self-fertile (no second tree needed) |
| 🌳 | Uses | Fresh eating, preserves, desserts |
| 🔆 | Zones | USDA 5–10 |
| 🧤 | Care Tips | Prune lightly in early spring; mulch in winter for protection |
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