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Flavor: : Rich combination of berry and caramel notes.
Texture: Very jammy texture.
Ripening: Breba crop in June–July, main crop in July–August.
Productivity: High; produces medium-sized fruits and up to two harvests per year.
Climate & Zones: USDA 7–10; cold hardy with excellent rain resistance.
We ship cuttings from end of January 2026
| Tree Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Fig Type | Common |
| Alternative Name | Verdolino del Lago di Garda |
| Origin | Italy |
| Cold Hardy | Yes |
| USDA Plant Hardiness Zone | 7 - 10 |
| Fruit Characteristics | |
| Fruit Flavor | Berry and Caramel |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Fruit Texture | Very Jammy |
| Fruit Skin Color | Green |
| Fruit Flesh Color | Red |
| Harvest Season | Breba June-July, Main Crop July-August |
| Breba Production | Yes |
The Verdolino Fig, also known as Verdolino del Lago di Garda, is a distinguished Italian variety admired for its rich berry and caramel flavor and exceptional rain resistance. Originating near Lake Garda, this self-fertile and cold-hardy fig produces medium-sized green fruit that gradually darkens to black as it ripens. The very jammy texture and complex sweetness make it a standout among Mediterranean fig varieties.
Thriving in USDA zones 7–10, Verdolino is highly productive and yields two annual crops — a breba crop from June to July and a main crop from July to August. Its dependable performance in wet or humid conditions, paired with its beautiful color transformation and rich flavor profile, makes Verdolino an excellent choice for growers seeking a resilient and flavorful fig variety.
