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Flavor: Sweet, rich flavor with subtle notes of honey and dried fruit.
Texture: Soft, jammy interior with pink flesh and moderately thick skin.
Ripening: Produces two crops per year — a breba crop in early summer and a main crop in mid to late summer.
Growth Habit: Vigorous, spreading tree that can reach 15–25 feet; self-pollinating and highly productive.
Climate & Zones: Thrives in USDA zones 7–10, cold hardy to around 10°F; adapts well to warm, sunny regions.
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| Tree Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Fig Type | Common fig |
| Alternative Name | Mission Fig |
| Origin | Spain |
| USDA Plant Hardiness Zone | 7 - 10 |
| Growth Habit | Spreading, vigorous growth |
| Mature Height | 15-25 feet tall |
| Fruit Characteristics | |
| Average Weight | 40-60 grams |
| Fruit Flavor | Sweet, rich |
| Fruit Skin Color | Purple-black |
| Fruit Flesh Color | Pink |
| Skin Thickness | Moderate |
| Harvest Season | Mid to late summer |
| Productivity | High |
| Breba Production | Yes |
| Average Weight (Breba) | 60-80 grams |
| Harvest Season (Breba) | Early summer |
The Black Mission Fig is a timeless classic, celebrated for its rich, sweet flavor and dependable productivity. Known to produce two abundant crops per year—a breba crop in early summer and a main crop in mid to late summer—it provides a steady supply of fruit that’s ideal for both fresh eating and drying.
Thriving in USDA zones 7–10, this vigorous, spreading tree can reach up to 25 feet in height when mature, yet adapts well to container growing with proper pruning. The medium to large figs feature purple-black skin and pink, jammy flesh, offering a beautifully balanced sweetness that has made this variety a favorite for generations.
Resilient and self-pollinating, the Black Mission Fig performs well in a wide range of conditions, from backyard gardens to larger orchards. With consistent watering and good soil drainage, it rewards growers with reliable harvests and classic Mediterranean flavor year after year.
