Wayside Gardens Ficus Neverella Fig
Best edible ornamental for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, drought-tolerant fruit trees.
This versatile fig brings a Mediterranean harvest to your backyard with minimal fuss. While it demands a sunny spot to reach its full, honey-sweet potential, its drought tolerance and deer resistance make it a low-maintenance powerhouse for both container gardens and landscape hedges.
$28.95
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking a reliable, high-yield harvest
- Urban gardeners with limited patio or indoor space
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance, resilient plants
Who should skip it
- Small-space owners unable to manage large, spreading shrubs
- Fruit growers unwilling to battle local wildlife for crops
- Cold-climate gardeners without indoor storage space
Performance breakdown
Flavor Profile
Complex notes of caramel and honey elevate this variety above standard figs.
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in water-wise landscapes with minimal supplemental irrigation once established.
Pest Resistance
Reliable deer resistance makes this a low-maintenance choice for rural gardens.
Versatility
Adapts seamlessly to container gardening, formal hedges, or traditional garden beds.
Ornamental Appeal
Deeply lobed foliage provides structural beauty even when fruit is absent.
Climate Adaptability
Robust performance across zones 7 through 11 ensures wide regional viability.
Key Specs
SKU
27959
Genus
Ficus
Species
carica
Item Form
1-Gallon
Mature Height
10 Feet
Mature Width
6 Feet
Hardiness Zones
7 - 11
Foliage Color
Medium Green
Tree Species
Fruit Tree
Light Requirement
Full Sun, Partial Shade
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