Franklin St UNK Fig Cutting

Type: Common Fig (Does Not Require Pollination)

About This Variety

Franklin St UNK is a fascinating cold-hardy fig discovered by Dave S. growing locally in Connecticut. What makes this variety especially noteworthy is that the original tree has reportedly been growing completely unprotected for over 20 years, enduring New England winters while continuing to thrive and produce excellent fruit.

For growers in colder climates, that kind of long-term survival immediately gets your attention.

One of the most striking features of the mother tree is its enormous foliage. The leaves are truly impressive, often reaching nearly two feet in length, giving the tree a bold tropical appearance that stands out from most other fig varieties.

The fruit itself is every bit as impressive as the foliage.

Franklin St UNK produces delicious figs with a unique flavor profile that combines honey sweetness, caramel richness, and subtle spice notes. The result is a complex and satisfying fig that offers something different from traditional berry-focused varieties.

The pulp develops excellent sweetness while maintaining layers of flavor that become more pronounced as the fruit reaches peak ripeness. Many growers appreciate the balance between the honey and caramel characteristics, while the slight spice undertones add depth and complexity.

Another major advantage of this variety is its resistance to splitting. The fruit maintains excellent quality even under challenging conditions, helping growers harvest clean, attractive figs with less spoilage and weather-related damage.

The tree itself is vigorous, productive, and well adapted to colder climates. Its proven performance in Connecticut has made it especially appealing to growers looking for varieties that can tolerate winter conditions while still producing high-quality fruit.

Because of its hardiness, unique flavor, and local history, Franklin St UNK has become a highly desirable collector variety among growers interested in discovering exceptional regional finds.

As a common fig, Franklin St UNK does not require pollination and reliably produces fruit in areas where the fig wasp is not present.

Its combination of remarkable cold hardiness, giant foliage, honey-caramel flavor, splitting resistance, and Connecticut heritage makes Franklin St UNK a truly unique addition to any fig collection.

For growers seeking a hardy fig with outstanding flavor and proven performance in colder climates, Franklin St UNK is an exceptional choice.

Recommended Growing Zones

USDA Zones 6-10

• Found growing locally in Connecticut
• Common fig requiring no pollination
• Survived unprotected for over 20 years
• Exceptional cold hardiness
• Huge leaves approaching 2 feet in length
• Honey, caramel, and spice flavor
• Sweet and complex
• Resistant to splitting
• Vigorous grower
• Unique collector variety

Don’t let the growing zones discourage you. Fig trees can be successfully grown in containers and many growers enjoy fresh figs well outside the recommended zones. Franklin St UNK has demonstrated impressive cold tolerance and may be an excellent option for growers in cooler climates looking for dependable production and outstanding flavor.

You Will Receive

• One unrooted Franklin St UNK fig cutting
• Approximately 6-8 inches long
• Minimum of 3 buds (nodes)
• Thickness will typically range from pencil size to Sharpie-marker size or larger unless otherwise noted
• Taken from a healthy, mature tree

Rooting Instructions

Rooting instructions are included in the listing photos. Please review them before purchasing.

Propagation Disclaimer

Rooting success depends on many factors including temperature, humidity, rooting method, growing medium, sanitation, and grower experience.

While fig cuttings are generally considered easy to propagate, no rooting success can be guaranteed.

Because rooting conditions are beyond our control after delivery, we cannot offer refunds, replacements, or credits for cuttings that fail to root.

Shipping

Cuttings are carefully packaged to help ensure they arrive in excellent condition.

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