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Grow Ficus carica from seed with Mai’s Family Fig Tree Seeds.
Ficus carica, commonly known as the Common Fig or Edible Fig, is a deciduous fruit-tree species native to the Mediterranean, Western Asia, and nearby regions.
Under favorable conditions, mature trees may reach approximately 30 feet tall. Plants develop distinctive deeply lobed leaves, and fruit colors within the species may range from green and yellow to purple.
Ficus carica may be grown as a landscape tree, espalier, or container plant.
IMPORTANT SEED-GROWN FIG NOTICE
Figs grown from seed are genetically variable.
Seed-grown plants are NOT guaranteed to:
• Match the parent tree
• Match any named fig cultivar
• Produce fruit identical to the parent plant
• Produce edible fruit
• Develop the same fruit color, flavor, size, or quality as the seed source
Some seedlings may develop into male caprifigs with small, inedible fruit.
Only some seedlings may develop into female trees capable of producing edible fruit.
For a known fruit cultivar that remains true to type, vegetative propagation by cuttings is normally preferred.
This listing contains seeds only, not live trees, seedlings, cuttings, or fruit.
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS
• Ficus carica fig tree seeds
• Common names: Common Fig and Edible Fig
• Deciduous fruit-tree species
• Seed-grown plants are genetically variable
• Supplier-listed viability: 83%
• Supplier-listed purity: 99%
• Approximately 1,453 seeds per gram
• Approximately 41,200 seeds per ounce
• Warm germination required
• Pre-soak approximately 24 hours
• No cold stratification required according to supplier instructions
• Surface sow – do not cover seeds
• Maintain approximately 75°F or warmer
• Germination approximately 3–5 weeks
• Full sun to partial shade after establishment
• Suitable for landscape, espalier, or container growing
• Supplier-listed USDA Zones 7–9
• Seeds only – not live plants
PRODUCT DETAILS
Common Name: Common Fig / Edible Fig
Botanical Name: Ficus carica
Genus: Ficus
Product Type: Tree Seeds
Plant Type: Deciduous Fruit Tree
Supplier: Sheffield’s Seed Company
Supplier Item ID: 1833845
Supplier Collection Location: Pakistan
Supplier-Listed Viability: 83%
Supplier Test: Cut (Full Seed) Test
Supplier-Listed Purity: 99%
Approximate Seed Count: 1,453 Seeds per Gram
Approximate Seeds per Ounce: 41,200
Approximate Seeds per Pound: 659,207
Hardiness: Supplier Listed Zones 7–9; Minimum Zone 7
Potential Mature Height: Up to Approximately 30 Feet
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Pre-Soak: Approximately 24 Hours
Cold Stratification: None Required According to Supplier Instructions
Sowing Method: Surface Sow
Seed Covering: Do Not Cover
Germination Temperature: Approximately 75°F or Warmer
Germination Time: Approximately 3–5 Weeks
Moisture: Keep Surface Continuously Moist Without Waterlogging
Product Form: Seeds Only
HOW TO GERMINATE
1. PRE-SOAK
Soak seeds in clean water for approximately 24 hours before sowing.
2. PREPARE THE GROWING MEDIUM
Use finely milled peat moss or another fine, sterile seed-starting medium.
Moisten the medium evenly before sowing.
3. SURFACE SOW
Scatter the seeds over the surface.
Do not bury or cover the seeds.
Press gently against the moist growing medium if needed.
4. PROVIDE WARMTH
Maintain approximately 75°F or warmer.
Warm, stable conditions are important for germination.
5. MAINTAIN MOISTURE AND HUMIDITY
Keep the surface continuously moist using gentle misting or a high-humidity propagation setup.
Avoid standing water and continuously soggy growing media.
6. GERMINATION
Germination may occur in approximately 3–5 weeks under suitable warmth and humidity.
Continue providing warmth and moisture while waiting for additional seedlings to emerge.
AFTER GERMINATION
After emergence:
• Provide bright light
• Keep seedlings warm
• Gradually increase airflow
• Maintain even moisture
• Avoid continuously saturated growing media
Move established seedlings into well-drained, organically rich potting mix or garden soil.
SUNLIGHT
Established plants may be grown in full sun to partial shade.
Abundant sunlight generally supports better growth and fruiting potential.
WATERING
Water regularly during dry periods.
Established fig trees can tolerate some dry conditions, but steady moisture supports better growth.
CONTAINER GROWING
Ficus carica may be grown in containers.
Container growing can be especially useful in colder climates where plants may require protection from severe winter cold.
IMPORTANT FRUIT INFORMATION
The common name “Edible Fig” refers to the Ficus carica species.
It does NOT mean that every seed-grown tree is guaranteed to produce edible fruit.
Some seed-grown plants may become male caprifigs with small, inedible fruit.
Other seedlings may become female trees capable of edible fruit.
Fruit production, fruit color, size, flavor, productivity, and resemblance to the parent tree cannot be guaranteed from seed.
PACKAGE INFORMATION
Package quantity is shown in the listing purchased and on the product label.
Supplier information lists approximately:
• 1,453 seeds per gram
• 41,200 seeds per ounce
• 659,207 seeds per pound
Actual seed count may vary because natural seed size and weight are not perfectly uniform.
SUPPLIER LOT INFORMATION
Supplier: Sheffield’s Seed Company
Item ID: 1833845
Collected In: Pakistan
Supplier-Listed Viability: 83%
Supplier-Listed Purity: 99%
Test: Cut (Full Seed) Test
These supplier values apply to the referenced seed lot and may change when a new lot is received.
IMPORTANT PRODUCT NOTICE
This listing contains Ficus carica seeds only.
The package does not include:
• Live fig trees
• Seedlings
• Fig cuttings
• Fresh or dried figs
• Soil
• Containers
• Fertilizer
• Heat mats
• Grow lights
• Other growing supplies
Germination depends on seed viability, temperature, humidity, surface moisture, light, growing-medium quality, and growing conditions.
Seed-grown Ficus carica plants are genetically variable and are not guaranteed to match their parent tree or any named cultivar.