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🌿 ‘Fignomenal’ Fig (Ficus carica) — Small Tree, Huge Harvest 🌿
1-Gallon Size — compact start, full-size flavor
Meet the ‘Fignomenal’ Fig—a dwarf, container-loving fig that delivers rich, ruby-fleshed fruit without demanding much space. Whether it’s your patio, balcony, or the sunny edge of your food forest, this edible all-star brings a steady flow of sweet figs to everyday life. This page highlights our 1-gallon offering while keeping the spotlight where it belongs: on the plant’s performance, flavor, and usefulness.
🌞 QUICK FACTS
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Ficus carica ‘Fignomenal’ |
| Plant Type | Deciduous fruit tree (edible) |
| Size at Sale | 1-gallon container (young, actively growing plant) |
| Mature Height & Width | 2–3 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide (up to ~4 ft unpruned) |
| USDA Zones | 7–9 (overwinter indoors in colder zones) |
| Sun Requirements | Full sun (6–8 hrs/day) |
| Cold Hardiness | ~20–25°F once established; protect young plants |
| Growth Habit | Naturally dwarf, bushy, container-ready |
| Spacing | 3–4 ft between plants (or one per container) |
🍈 FRUIT DETAILS
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, jammy, berry-kissed notes with a silky texture—classic fig decadence in a compact package.
- Skin & Flesh: Deep brown-purple skin; vivid red flesh that looks as good as it tastes.
- Fruit Size: Small to medium (≈1.5–2").
- Harvest Window (FL & Warm Zones): Spring through fall; with warmth + light, can push multiple crops. Indoors under strong light, may fruit nearly year-round.
- Yield: Prolific for its size; dependable crops with proper light and nutrition.
- Pollination: Self-fertile—no second tree required.
🌱 CULTIVAR ORIGIN STORY
‘Fignomenal’ is a patented dwarf fig introduced in 2020 after careful selection and tissue culture propagation. A natural sport related to the beloved ‘Chicago Hardy,’ it pairs compact growth with reliable fruiting—perfect for patios and container growers. The name says it all: phenomenal figs in a small footprint.
🍽 TOP BENEFITS & USES
- Culinary: Eat fresh, fold into salads and cheese boards, bake into tarts, simmer into jams or compotes, or dehydrate for snackable morsels.
- Nutrition: Naturally high in fiber, with potassium, magnesium, calcium, and antioxidants.
- Ornamental + Practical: Bold, lobed leaves and a rounded silhouette make a great edible accent for patios and entryways.
- Cultural Roots: One of humanity’s oldest cultivated fruits—historically tied to abundance, wisdom, and wellness.
🪴 CONTAINER & INDOOR GROWING (1-GALLON START)
- Best Use: Begin in the 1-gallon for easy shipping and quick establishment; up-pot to 3–5 gal once roots fill the container, then 7–10 gal for sustained harvests.
- Soil Mix: Airy and fast-draining—peat/coir + perlite + compost.
- Light: Full sun outdoors; south-facing window or grow lights (8–12 hrs) indoors.
- Indoor Fruiting: Achievable with consistent warmth, strong light, and steady moisture.
- Training: The 1-gallon stage is ideal for shaping a compact, productive structure.
🌿 BEST PRACTICES FOR PLANTING & CARE
Where to Plant:
Choose full sun with excellent drainage. Avoid low spots or standing water.
Planting Method — “High & Tight”:
- Dig a hole only slightly wider than the pot and no deeper than the root ball.
- Keep the original soil line level with surrounding grade (never bury the trunk).
- Backfill firmly with native soil + compost; water to settle.▶️ How we plant fruit trees (video): https://youtu.be/RRQFY30qdA8?si=rRIcsbLlVAVYotfI
Watering:
- Containers: In warm months, check daily; water when the top 1" is dry.
- In-ground: Deep soak 1–2×/week, adjusting for rain, heat, and soil type.
Fertilization:
Light, organic feedings in early spring and mid-summer. Too much nitrogen = leafy growth at the expense of fruit.
Pruning:
Late winter shaping; thin crossing branches; maintain good airflow and a compact, easily harvested canopy.
Mulching:
2–3" hardwood mulch to moderate moisture and temperature—do not pile against the trunk.
Seasonal Habits (Florida & Similar Climates):
- Figs are deciduous. Expect leaf spotting and drop during seasonal transitions—this is normal.
- Fresh flushes follow as weather stabilizes and day length increases.
⚠️ CAUTIONS
- Overwatering/poor drainage → root stress. Plant high & tight and prioritize aeration.
- Cold snaps can singe tender growth; protect when temps dip below 30°F.
- Wildlife pressure: Birds/squirrels love ripe figs—consider netting.
💚 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
| ⚠️ Issue | 🧠 Cause | 🌿 Solution |
|---|---|---|
| 🍂 Yellow or spotted leaves (FL) | 🧘 Seasonal/dormancy cycle; humidity shifts | 🍃 Normal for deciduous figs—new flush will follow. No treatment required. |
| 💧 Wilting, droop, slow growth | 💦 Overwatering or heavy soil | 🪣 Improve drainage; allow top inch to dry; up-pot to a lighter mix if needed. |
| 🪲 Sticky residue, curled leaves | 🐜 Aphids/scale | ❄️ Neem/organic soap; 🐞 encourage beneficials; improve airflow. |
| ❄️ Cold damage | 🌬️ Frost + wind | 🪵 Mulch roots; cover canopy; move containers to shelter. |
| 🍈 Fruit drop | 🌡️ Heat swings or irregular watering | 🌞 Maintain full sun and steady moisture; ✅ recovery on next flush. |
🌟 IS THIS PLANT RIGHT FOR YOU?
✅ Ideal For:
- Gardeners seeking edible production in small spaces
- Container growers and urban homesteads
- Florida and Gulf Coast climates (with seasonal expectations)
- Hands-on growers who enjoy shaping a tree from a young start
❌ Not Ideal For:
- Shoppers wanting evergreen ornamentals or year-round perfect foliage
- Purely decorative patio trees (consider Surinam Cherry, Jaboticaba, Loquat for evergreen appeal)
❓ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long until my 1-gallon ‘Fignomenal’ fruits?
🪴 Plan for 1–2 years to reach consistent fruiting, faster with strong sun, proper up-potting, and balanced feeding.
Why are my fig leaves turning yellow or dropping?
🍃 Normal! Figs are deciduous. Seasonal leaf turnover (often with spots first) is expected—especially in Florida’s humidity cycles.
Can I keep it indoors year-round?
✅ Yes—if you provide bright light (south window or grow lights 8–12 hrs), consistent warmth, and good airflow. Indoor fruiting is possible.
Do I need another fig for pollination?
No—‘Fignomenal’ is self-fertile.
🌿 COMPANION PLANTS FOR ‘FIGNOMENAL’ FIG
Design a thriving edible ecosystem around your fig tree! Companion plants build soil fertility, regulate moisture, and attract beneficial insects — the essentials for long-term productivity.
🌾 Soil Builders & Mulch Crops
Healthy chop-and-drop systems need both nitrogen and carbon sources for balanced decomposition. Pair fast-growing nitrogen fixers with hardy clumping grasses to build long-term soil structure.
- Perennial Peanut (Arachis glabrata) – Living nitrogen-fixing groundcover that suppresses weeds and feeds soil microbes.
- Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia) – A dynamic accumulator loaded with potassium and calcium; cut back regularly and drop the foliage as nutrient-rich mulch.
- Vetiver Grass (Chrysopogon zizanioides) – Dense clumping carbon source that pairs perfectly with Mexican Sunflower for a complete mulch cycle. Its deep roots stabilize soil and improve drainage.
💡 Tip: Combine Perennial Peanut + Mexican Sunflower + Vetiver Grass for the ultimate regenerative mulch system — nitrogen, carbon, and minerals in harmony.
🌸 Pollinator & Beneficial Insect Attractors
- Blue Porterweed (Stachytarpheta jamaicensis) – Beloved by butterflies and hummingbirds; blooms nearly year-round.
- Chapman’s Goldenrod (Solidago odora var. chapmanii) – A native Florida late-season nectar plant for pollinators.
- Pineapple Sage (Salvia elegans) – Fragrant edible leaves and scarlet flowers that attract hummingbirds and beneficial insects.
Edible Companions
- Chaya (Cnidoscolus aconitifolius) – Perennial leafy green rich in nutrients; excellent vertical complement to figs.
- Nopales / Edible Prickly Pear (Opuntia cochenillifera) – Drought-tolerant cactus producing edible pads and occasional fruit; ideal for dry, sunny borders.
🚚 SHIPPING DETAILS (1-GALLON)
- Best shipping regions: Florida, the Southeastern U.S., and Texas.
- We do ship nationwide; however, northern/western routes may require extra recovery time after transit.
- UPS Ground shipping every Monday.
- Weather disclaimer: Buyer discretion during heat/cold extremes. We are not responsible for temperature damage in transit.
Note: 4" & 1-gallon plants dry faster than larger sizes; unpack and water promptly on arrival.
LOCAL PICKUP
📍 GreenDreams Nursery & Farm
🌾 18709 US Hwy. 41, Spring Hill, FL 34610
🕘 Tues–Fri 9AM–5PM | 🌞 Sat 8AM–3PM
Swing by to see what’s fruiting this week, get planting advice, and explore companion plants for your fig guild.
🌿 BEYOND THE PLANT: GREENDREAMS SERVICES
We don’t just sell plants—we design, build, and restore ecosystems across Florida.
- 🌳 Onsite consultations & edible landscape design
- 🏗️ Installation & project management
- 🚚 Bulk delivery of compost, mulch, biochar, soil
- 🌾 Wholesale & regenerative partnerships
Let’s grow your edible oasis—starting with ‘Fignomenal.’
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.
