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🌿 Deanna Fig (Ficus carica ‘Deanna’) – A Golden Gem from Dr. Ira Condit’s Legacy 🍯
Experience the brilliance of Deanna — a California-bred, large-fruited fig developed by legendary fig breeder Dr. Ira J. Condit. Designed to rival the famous Calimyrna, this beauty thrives across Florida and the Gulf South, offering massive, honey-sweet fruit, lush tropical foliage, and a story rooted in horticultural history.
🌿 Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Ficus carica ‘Deanna’ |
| Plant Type | Fruiting deciduous tree |
| Sale Size | Ships in 3-gallon container |
| Mature Height & Width | 8–10 ft (pruned) / 10–20 ft (unpruned) |
| USDA Zones | 8–10 |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun – 6–8 hrs minimum |
| Cold Hardiness | Hardy to ~15 °F once established |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, multi-stemmed fig; easy to train |
| Spacing | 12–15 ft apart in ground (6–8 ft for hedging) |
| Pollination | Self-fertile (no pollinator needed) |
🍈 Fruit & Flavor Details
- Size: Very large—often over 100 g per fruit!
- Skin: Green to soft yellow-gold at ripeness.
- Flesh: Amber to light strawberry-red; smooth and jam-like.
- Flavor: Mildly honey-sweet with delicate fruit-nectar notes.
- Texture: Thin, tender skin and rich, buttery interior.
- Harvest:
- Florida: July–August (main crop)
- Warmer western climates: Mid- to late summer
- Cooler zones: Late summer to early fall
- Performance: Compact and productive; the tight eye resists souring and spoilage during Florida’s rainy months.
🌱 Top Benefits & Uses
- 🍯 Exceptional dessert fig for fresh eating, roasting, or preserves.
- 🌿 Tolerant of humidity and performs well in Florida soils.
- 🪴 Adaptable to in-ground or large-container growing.
- 🌳 Beautiful ornamental foliage with large tropical-style leaves.
- 🌾 Nutrient-rich fruit high in fiber, antioxidants, and minerals.
- 📜 Historic cultivar — bred by UC Riverside’s Dr. Ira Condit to combine size, flavor, and resilience.
🌞 Best Practices for Planting & Care
Where to Plant:
Choose a sunny, well-drained location. Figs prefer sandy or loamy soils with good airflow. Avoid low areas prone to standing water.
Planting Method:
- Dig a hole just wider than the pot and no deeper.
- Plant “high & tight”—keep the root crown slightly above ground level.
- Backfill firmly with native soil and top-dress with compost.
- Add hardwood mulch 2–4 inches thick, but keep it away from the trunk.
📽 Watch our “High & Tight” Fruit Tree Planting Video:
👉 GreenDreams YouTube Planting Method
Watering:
- Daily the first week, 2–3× per week for the first two months.
- Weekly deep watering once established.
- Increase frequency during fruit set and heat waves.
Feeding:
Use light, organic fertilizers or compost teas early in the growing season. Avoid excess nitrogen—too much leaf growth reduces fruit production.
Mulching:
Mulch with hardwood chips, leaves, or pine straw. Reapply annually for moisture retention and nematode control.
🍂 Seasonal Habits
Spring (Florida): Rapid leaf-out after dormancy; prune lightly before new growth.
Summer: Fruit set; maintain watering; watch for rust (normal in humidity).
Fall: Harvest ends; tree begins to harden off.
Winter: Deciduous—leaves yellow, spot, and drop completely. This is normal! The plant rests before the next spring flush.
Outside Florida:
In cooler zones, expect slower early growth and later fruiting. In arid regions, fruit may dry faster and become more intense in flavor. Protect from extreme frost below 15 °F.
✂️ Pruning & Training
- Encourage a multi-stem bush form for cold recovery and easy harvest.
- Thin crowded branches to improve airflow.
- Best pruning window: late winter after risk of frost or right after harvest.
- Remove suckers and deadwood each year.
💧 Watering, Fertilizing & Mulch Schedule
| Season | Action |
|---|---|
| Spring | Begin light fertilization; ensure deep weekly watering. |
| Summer | Maintain soil moisture; apply compost tea or organic potassium supplement to aid fruiting. |
| Fall | Stop feeding; allow tree to harden for winter. |
| Winter | Minimal watering while dormant. |
🦠 Troubleshooting Guide
| Issue | Symptoms | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Fig Rust | Yellow spots → brown undersides → early leaf drop | Rake fallen leaves, prune for airflow, avoid overhead watering. Tree rebounds naturally. |
| Souring/Splitting Fruit | Rain close to ripening causes cracking | Harvest promptly when soft; the small eye helps prevent souring. |
| Root-knot Nematodes | Poor vigor, stunted roots in sandy soil | Add compost, mulch deeply, plant vetiver or marigolds nearby. |
| Mosaic Virus (Cosmetic) | Mottled leaves, no real damage | Maintain good nutrition and avoid stress. |
| Pests (Birds, Squirrels) | Missing fruit | Use fruit bags or lightweight netting. |
Florida Fig Troubleshooting Quick Guide
🌦 Rainy Season Splits? – Harvest early at softness; avoid over-watering.
🍂 Yellow Leaves Mid-Summer? – Likely rust; normal and recoverable.
🌳 Sparse Fruit? – Too much nitrogen or not enough full sun.
🪴 Potted Tree Drying Out Fast? – Upgrade container or add mulch layer.
🪰 Ants on Fruit? – They follow nectar leaks; pick fruit slightly early.
🪴 Container & Indoor Growing
- Choose 15–25 gal containers or larger.
- Use a well-draining soil blend with pine bark and perlite.
- Full sun exposure is essential for fruiting.
- In cooler climates, overwinter dormant potted figs in garages or porches.
🌼 Companion & Support Plants
Soil Builders: Vetiver Grass, Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia), Pigeon Pea, Comfrey.
Pollinator Companions: African Blue Basil, Sweet Almond Bush, Native Salvias.
Aesthetic Pairings: Olive, Rosemary, Pineapple Guava, and Surinam Cherry for texture and contrast.
⚠️ Cautions
- Fig latex can irritate skin—wear gloves while pruning.
- Avoid planting where roots may contact septic systems; figs are vigorous rooters.
- Protect new shoots from frost during first winters.
✅ Is This Plant Right for You?
Ideal For:
✅ Florida & Gulf Coast growers (Zones 8–10)
✅ Gardeners seeking large, mild, sweet figs
✅ Container growers wanting manageable trees
✅ Home orchards & edible landscapes
Not Ideal For:
❌ Cold regions below Zone 7 without winter protection
❌ Constantly shaded or soggy soils
❌ Those expecting evergreen foliage (figs are deciduous)
📦 Shipping & Local Pickup
Shipping Size: 3-gallon container.
Best Shipping Regions: Florida, the Southeast, and Texas (warm-weather tolerant).
We also ship nationwide, but plants traveling to colder or drier western states may require an acclimation period upon arrival.
Weather Disclaimer:
We are not responsible for damage caused by extreme heat or cold during transit. Shipping every Monday via UPS Ground ensures the safest arrival window.
Local Pickup:
📍 GreenDreams Nursery & Farm
18709 US Hwy 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
🕘 Tues–Fri 9 AM–5 PM | Sat 8 AM–3 PM
🌿 GreenDreams Fig Variety Comparison Table
| Variety | Fruit Color / Flesh | Flavor Profile | Humidity & Rain Resistance | Cold Hardiness (°F) | Growth Habit / Size | Notable Strengths & Best Uses |
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| Alma | Light brown / Amber | Honey-sweet with caramel notes | ⭐⭐⭐ Good | ~10–15 °F | Compact 8–12 ft | Early bearing; rich flavor; great for preserves |
| Beers Black | Dark purple / Red | Jammy, balanced sweet-tart | ⭐⭐ Moderate | ~15 °F | Upright 12–15 ft | Classic dessert fig; “Black Mission” type |
| Brown Turkey | Brown / Pink | Mild sweetness, very reliable | ⭐⭐ Fair | ~5–10 °F | 12–20 ft | Cold-hardy, prolific, great starter fig |
| Celeste | Light brown / Rose | Sugar-sweet, small fruit | ⭐⭐⭐ Good | ~10 °F | 8–12 ft | “Sugar Fig” of the South; dependable cropper |
| Deanna | Yellow-green / Amber | Honeyed, mild, large fruit | ⭐⭐ Fair | ~15 °F | 10–15 ft | Big, showy fruit; excellent fresh eating |
| 🌿 Di Redo | Dark purple-black / Red | Raspberry-jam, berry-sweet, syrupy | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent (tight eye) | ~10–15 °F | 8–15 ft | Top flavor & humidity resistance — Florida favorite |
| Fignomenal | Violet / Pink | Rich, sugary-sweet | ⭐⭐⭐ Good | ~20 °F | Miniature 2–3 ft | Perfect patio fig; fruits year-round in warm zones |
| Green Egg | Light green / Pink | Custard-sweet, tropical notes | ⭐⭐ Fair | ~15 °F | 10–15 ft | Unique flavor; ornamental appeal |
| Ischia (Green) | Green / Strawberry-red | Sweet-berry, tangy | ⭐⭐ Moderate | ~15 °F | 8–12 ft | Historic Italian variety; container friendly |
| Little Ruby | Red-purple / Ruby | Very sweet, sugar-dense | ⭐⭐⭐ Good | ~15 °F | Dwarf 3–4 ft | Excellent container fig; heavy producer |
| LSU Purple | Deep purple / Amber | Light berry-sweet | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent | ~15 °F | 10–15 ft | LSU-bred for Gulf humidity; consistent yields |
| 🌳 Olympian | Purple-bronze / Rose | Honey-sweet, juicy, tangerine-sized fruit | ⭐⭐⭐ Good | Below 0 °F | Compact 4–8 ft | Unrivaled cold tolerance + giant fruit |
| White Kadota | Pale green / Amber | Honeyed, chewy, mild | ⭐⭐ Moderate | ~15 °F | 10–15 ft | Classic drying fig; dense, flavorful flesh |
| White Marseilles | Green-yellow / Pale amber | Mild-sweet, delicate | ⭐⭐ Fair | ~0 °F | 10–12 ft | Thomas Jefferson’s heirloom favorite |
| White Texas Everbearing | Green-yellow / Pink | Very sweet, long-season crop | ⭐⭐⭐ Good | ~10 °F | 8–12 ft | Long fruiting season in warm zones |
| Yellow Long Neck | Golden-yellow / Amber | Honey-vanilla, very mild | ⭐⭐ Fair | ~15 °F | 12–18 ft | Showy dessert-style fruit for fresh eating |
🌟 Ready to Grow Your Own Deanna Fig?
Add this golden treasure to your food forest or edible garden and enjoy one of the sweetest, largest figs bred for our Southern climate.
🌿 Beyond the Plant: GreenDreams Services
At GreenDreams, we do more than grow plants — we design, build, and restore ecosystems across Florida.
- 🌳 Onsite consultations & edible landscape design
- 🌾 Installation & project management
- 🚚 Bulk delivery of compost, mulch, biochar, & soil materials
- 🤝 Wholesale & large-scale regenerative solutions
Let our team help you create your own thriving edible paradise — starting with the Deanna Fig! 🌿
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
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For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
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For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
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We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
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Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
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Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
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Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
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Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
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Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.
