Brown Turkey
Common fig(Ficus carica)
One of the most widely grown backyard fig cultivars, valued for reliability, cold hardiness, and its ability to fruit on new growth if winter-killed. Often produces two crops per year and is self-fruitful (no pollination needed).
Flavor Profile
Mild and sweet but not especially rich; robust
Visual Characteristics
Small to medium fruit (1-3 inches) with purple-bronze to light brown skin and pink to amber/strawberry-colored flesh
Growing Tips
Plant in full sun with rich, well-drained, neutral-to-acidic soil; in colder zones site against a south or west wall for radiant heat and mulch roots for winter protection.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
More cold hardy than many cultivars (hardy to about 10 F, roughly zones 6-9) and heat tolerant; still susceptible to aphids, nematodes, leaf spot, and rust
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.