Brogiotto Black Fig – 10 Seeds, Dark and Sugary Fruits, Ideal for Jams, Rustic, Easy to Grow, High Germinability, Non-GMO
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Immerse yourself in the joy of growing your own fruit with our 10 Brogiotto Nero Fig seeds, a prized variety renowned for its exceptional quality and easy cultivation. Designed for both experienced gardeners and novices looking to enrich their organic garden with hardy fruit plants, these non-GMO seeds guarantee high germination rates and the promise of succulent fruit. The Brogiotto Nero Fig is prized for its dark, almost purple skin and intensely sweet, honeyed flesh, perfect for enjoying fresh, dried, or made into delicious homemade jams.
Technical details:
Botanical Name: Ficus carica 'Brogiotto Nero'
Quantity of Seeds: 10 selected seeds
Plant Type and Cultivation Cycle: Perennial, deciduous fruit tree with a vigorous growth habit.
Maximum Height: Up to 5-7 metres, easily managed with maintenance pruning.
Uses: Ideal for fresh consumption, for making jams, marmalades, and dried figs. Also excellent as an ornamental plant for gardens and landscapes.
Tasting Notes: It produces medium-large figs with dark, almost black or purplish skin. The flesh is reddish-purple, extremely sweet, juicy, and has an intense aroma, typical of the best fig varieties.
Hardiness and Origin: A very hardy variety, resistant to moderate cold and drought once established. Suitable for various Mediterranean and temperate climates. Native to the Mediterranean region, it is a historic and well-established variety.
Recommended Sowing Period: Generally in spring (after the last frost) or in late summer/early autumn. Cold stratification is recommended to improve germination rates.
Harvest Period: Fruit ripens in midsummer (big figs) and late summer/early autumn (true figs).
Optimal Germination Conditions: Requires cold stratification (30-60 days at around 4-7°C) to overcome dormancy, followed by a constant temperature of 20-25°C and indirect light for germination.
Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, fertile, slightly alkaline or neutral soil. It also tolerates poor soil, as long as it is not excessively moist.
Recommended Exposure: Full sun to ensure abundant fruiting and sweet fruits.
Germination Time: Varies, usually 2 to 8 weeks, depending on conditions and variety.
Pot or Ground Cultivation: Suitable for both open ground cultivation, where it can develop best, and in large pots or containers for colder climates or limited spaces.
Quality Specifications: Non-GMO (Not Genetically Modified) seeds, guaranteed high germination, heirloom (traditional) variety, ideal for your organic garden.
Choosing our Brogiotto Black Fig seeds means investing in a fruit tree that offers not only abundant harvests but also extraordinary resilience and an unmistakable flavor. Its ease of cultivation, combined with its resistance to a variety of climates and its versatility, make it a must-have for any home garden. Enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting sweet, fragrant fruits directly from your garden, transforming them into homemade delicacies or simply enjoying them plain. These garden seeds with high germination rates are the first step towards a bountiful harvest and a rewarding growing experience.