Ficus carica 'Latterula'
Common Name: Fig - Latterula White Italian Honey Fig
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 Type | Bloom Color | Bloom Time | Fruit | Green | Spring Fruit time: July early August |
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Height | Spread | Hardiness | 4.6-6m (15-25ft) | Zones: 7-11 |
Exposure | Soil Moisture | Foilage Color | Full sun | Regular | 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 |