Black Algiers Fig Tree – 2–3 Ft Tall

Description

Currently with leaves!

You are purchasing one (1) Black Algiers fig tree, approximately 2–3 feet tall, well rooted, and shipped bare root for safe and efficient transit.

Black Algiers is a historic fig variety with origins in North Africa (Algeria) and long-standing cultivation throughout the Mediterranean region. This old-world variety is prized for its exceptional productivity, early fruiting, and rich berry-forward flavor, making it a favorite among fig enthusiasts.

Once established, Black Algiers is known to produce early and continue setting fruit over an extended season, often described by growers as almost constant production.

Fruit Characteristics

Skin: Dark purple to nearly black when fully ripe

Interior: Deep red to strawberry-colored flesh

Shape: Rounded to slightly pear-shaped

Flavor: Rich berry (“richberry”) flavor, sweet and complex

Productivity: Very prolific with early and extended production

Eye: Generally small

Type: Common fig (does not require pollination)

Tree Details

Height: 2–3 feet (approx.)

Root system: Well established

Condition: Healthy, vigorous tree

Shipping: Bare root (roots protected and wrapped)

Bare Root & Dormancy Notice

Bare root shipping is standard practice and helps reduce shipping stress during transit.

Depending on the season and weather, your tree may arrive dormant or partially leafless, which is normal for fig trees. New growth will emerge as temperatures warm.

Planting & Care

Sun: Full sun for best growth and fruit quality

Water: Keep evenly moist after planting; avoid waterlogged soil

On arrival: Plant or pot promptly in a well-draining soil mix and water thoroughly

Cold protection: Protect young trees from hard freezes while establishing

Important Notes

You will receive a fig tree similar to the example picture shown

Natural variation in growth, branching, and appearance is normal

Listing is for one fig tree, not cuttings