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Chicago Hardy Fig

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Chicago Hardy Fig

Zones: 5 - 10
$59.99 Regular Price
Member Price: $49.99
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Guaranteed Healthy Delivery

When you order trees from The Arbor Day Foundation, your order is guaranteed to arrive in a good, healthy condition or we’ll replace them at no charge. Your trees will be shipped at a suitable time for planting. Each tree and plant is guaranteed to grow, or we’ll replace it within six months of shipment. See details for more information.
Introducing the Chicago Hardy Fig Tree, a versatile addition to any garden or landscape that yields delicious, sweet figs. This cold-hardy variety thrives in zones 5-10, making it ideal for a wide range of climates. The tree itself is aesthetically pleasing with its large, lobed leaves and attractive multi-branched trunk.

 

  • Requires minimal care and upkeep, making it a great option for busy gardeners
  • Produces a bountiful harvest of succulent figs each growing season
  • Displays lush foliage and unique structure
  • Enjoy the sweet, flavorful figs fresh off the tree or incorporate them into a variety of culinary dishes including jams or jellies
  • Bears fruit within 2 - 4 years

 

The Chicago Hardy Fig Grows in zones 5 - 10

Your Tree’s Personality

Scientific Name

Ficus carica ‘Chicago Hardy’

Mature Height

10' - 15'

Mature Spread

9' - 12'

Growth Speed

Medium

Shape

Rounded

Sun Preference

Full Sun

Soil Preference

Well Drained, Acidic

History/Lore

Despite its name, this variety did not actually originate in Chicago, but was likely brought to the area by Italian immigrants in the 1800s. It is believed to be a descendant of the Mediterranean fig and was able to thrive even in the harsh, urban environment of the city. Today, it is a popular choice for both home gardeners and commercial growers due to its hardiness and delicious fruit.

Planting Instructions



Bare-Root Tree

Bare-root trees are shipped without soil around their roots. They are shipped when dormant (sleep state). In this dormant state, deciduous trees may display small buds but not leaves. Roots will come coated in a hydrating gel. Bare-root trees require more attention and care initially to ensure they remain properly watered and protected from extreme weather conditions.

Benefits:
  • Cost-effective
  • Roots re-establish quickly once planted, meaning growth will begin faster
  • Easy to plant at the correct depth
Potted Tree

Potted trees are available in a variety of sizes. Because the roots are packed in soil, the trees do not need to be dormant for shipping. Potted trees often have a more established appearance with leaves and foliage, providing an immediate visual impact on the landscape.

Benefits:
  • Reduced transplant shock
  • Extended shipping/planting season
  • Higher survivability
Which Tree is Right for Me?

With the option of ordering either standard or semi-dwarf trees and either bare-root or potted, be sure to consider the benefits of each option when deciding which is best for you.

Standard Height

Benefits:
  • Also functions as a shade tree
  • Can be planted farther from compatible pollinator
  • Fills a larger space

Semi-Dwarf Height

Benefits:
  • Easier to harvest fruit
  • Bears fruit sooner
  • Fits in a smaller space

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18" Tree Diaper

Tree Diaper - 20"

This smart irrigation system keeps your trees watered all year with minimal effort. Simply install around your tree, cover with mulch, and provide an initial overnight soaking. Then enjoy maintenance-free watering for weeks, months, or even longer.

  • Can function without refilling with as little as 1" of rainwater, snow melt, or sprinkler irrigation per month thanks to water-absorbing pellets
  • Releases water slowly — and only when the ground is dryer than the Tree Diaper
  • Designed for large containers, saplings or small bushes
  • Maximizes water use and can lower water consumption by 50–80%
  • Promotes healthy root growth by providing a bed of hydrated soil 14" deep, encouraging roots to grow outward and establish the tree more quickly
  • Eliminates competing plant and weed growth around the root system with a built-in weed barrier top
  • Protects root system in extreme temperatures

This 20" Tree Diaper is compatible with a 3-gallon tree or shrub. 

$36.99

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