Ficus carica 'Monandersen' ~ Monrovia® Corky's Honey Delight® Fig

Monrovia® Honey Delight® Fig is a specific cultivar of fig tree. Here's some information about the Honey Delight® Fig:

1. Fruit: The Honey Delight® Fig produces medium to large-sized fruit with a greenish-yellow skin when ripe. The fruit has a sweet and honey-like flavor with a soft and juicy texture. It is often enjoyed fresh or used in various culinary preparations, including desserts, jams, and preserves.

2. Tree Size: The Honey Delight® Fig is a deciduous tree that can reach a height of 10 to 30 feet (3 to 9 meters) with a similar spread. It has a spreading growth habit with large, lobed leaves that provide a lush and tropical appearance.

3. Harvesting: The fruit of the Honey Delight® Fig is typically ready for harvest in late summer or early fall, depending on the region. It is best to wait until the fruit is fully ripe and has a soft texture before picking. Figs do not continue to ripen once picked, so it's important to harvest them at the right time.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Medium Maintenance.  Water regularly-weekly or more in extreme heat.  Watch for mites, aphids, mealybugs, nematodes, and scale.  Fruit can become messy if not promptly harvested.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Gardens, Shade Tree, Edible Landscapes, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Raspberry, Strawberry, Grape

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.