Calderona Fig

Exceptional Flavor: The Calderona fig boasts an intense, berry-forward flavor, often compared to Black Madeira, making it a top-tier variety for taste.
Great Texture: Known for its jammy, thick consistency and syrupy interior, complemented by a slight crunch from its seeds.
High Productivity: Produces abundant medium-to-large fruits, providing a substantial yield when grown under ideal conditions.
Late Ripening: Matures late in the growing season, ideal for regions with long, warm summers.
Common Fig: As a self-pollinating variety, it does not require a pollinator to produce fruit.

The Calderona fig is celebrated for its intense berry flavor, jammy texture, and high productivity. With late-season ripening and self-pollinating traits, it’s perfect for warm climates or gardeners seeking a rich and flavorful variety.

Calderona Fig Cutting
Price range: $8.99 through $14.99

Tree Characteristics
Fig Type	Common Fig
Origin	Spain
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone	8 - 10
Fruit Characteristics
Average Weight	50 grams
Fruit Flavor	Intense berry flavor
Fruit Size	Medium to large
Fruit Texture	Jammy, syrupy, slightly crunchy
Fruit Skin Color	Dark Purple
Fruit Flesh Color	Deep Red
Skin Thickness	Medium
Harvest Season	Late
Productivity	High
Breba Production	Low

Why Grow Calderona Fig?

The Calderona fig is a standout variety revered for its incredible flavor, texture, and productivity. Whether you’re a home gardener or a fig enthusiast, this fig is sure to elevate your growing experience.

Intense and Complex Flavor

The Calderona fig is famous for its strong berry flavor, often likened to the Black Madeira fig. This flavor is not just sweet but layered, offering notes of raspberry and other berries. Its syrupy interior enhances its taste, delivering an unmatched eating experience.

Remarkable Texture

The Calderona boasts a thick, jammy consistency with a syrupy interior. Its meaty pulp and slight crunch from seeds create a satisfying and versatile texture, making it ideal for fresh eating or culinary use.

High Productivity

This variety excels in productivity, producing medium-to-large fruits that weigh approximately 50 grams. It thrives under proper care, rewarding growers with a bountiful harvest.

Late Ripening and Short Hang Time

The Calderona ripens late in the season, making it a great choice for regions with extended warm periods. Despite its late ripening, it has a short hang time, meaning fruits reach peak ripeness quickly once mature.

Remaining Characteristics

Cold Hardiness: While the Calderona fig can tolerate low temperatures, however it is best recommended for USDA zones 8-10 where the growing season is long enough to support its late ripening.
Rain Resistance: Its drooping fruit shape and medium-thick skin resist water absorption, though it is still prone to splitting.
Breba Production: Limited but present, offering an early-season taste of this exceptional variety.

How to Grow a Calderona Fig Tree

Find the Right Variety for Your Climate

The Calderona fig thrives in USDA zones 8-10. In colder climates, consider growing it in a container to give it a head start.

Buying and Planting Your Fig Tree

Calderona figs can be grown from cuttings or as fully rooted trees. Rooting cuttings requires some expertise, so beginners may prefer purchasing a tree. Explore our detailed cutting rooting guide for step-by-step instructions here.