Common Fig-Ficus Carica

Common fig plants bear edible nutritious fruit.

• Common fig plants (Ficus carica) are evergreen plants that are widely known for bearing an edible fruit which could be consumed in fresh or even dried forms, mostly called “the poor man’s food”. These fruits are highly nutritious, containing significant amounts of potassium, iron, calcium and phosphorus.

Common fig plant requires low-maintenance and is an easy to grow plant.

• With its native of Mediterranean to European region countries, and belonging to the family of mulberry (Moraceae), common fig plants are extremely easy to grow in warmer climates. And they mostly bear fruits in dry seasons. They thrive in the presence of full sunlight. Ficus carica generally requires moderate water supply, that means thoroughly during summer times and gradually reduces when it's Rainy or Winter season. But don’t let their soil dry-out. Soil must be well-drained, rich with organic contents. Feed them with nitrogen fertilizers, once every 4 weeks especially during spring and summer seasons. And the ideal temperature is supposed to be 15-21 degree Celsius for healthy growth.

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• Plants World is an exclusive plant shop among Dubai garden centres, that will get your plant delivery to your door steps with free plastic pots for plants. Common fig plants (Ficus carica) could also be presented as eco-friendly gifts or green giftings to any enthusiastic green thumb individuals.