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Ficus carica 'Latterula'

Common Name: Fig - Latterula White Italian Honey Fig
Ficus carica 'Latterula'

Latterula is one of the hardiest of the species. Medium to large green fruit, greenish-yellow with honey-colored pulp. The species ripens in June on old wood and often again in August on current year's wood. Ideal for eating fresh or preserves. Leaves are 3 or 5 lobed. Locate where ripe fruit will not drop on patios, terraces or drives. Tolerant of a wide variety of soils and loves heat.
Does not need pollination.

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Characteristics & Attributes


Plant TypeBloom ColorBloom Time
FruitGreen Spring
Fruit time: July early August

Height

Spread

Hardiness
4.6-6m (15-25ft)Zones: 7-11

Exposure

Soil Moisture

Foilage Color
Full sunRegular Green

Soil Type

Attributes
Tolerant of a wide variety of soils but, soil should be well-drained.Drought tolerant, Edible, Container, Garden tree. Figs are wonderful for fresh eating and make delicious jam and dried fruit.
*Attracts Birds
*Deer Resistant
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