Description

Leo Lunghissimo Fig Cutting

Type: Common Fig (Does Not Require Pollination)

About This Variety

Leo Lunghissimo is an extremely rare Italian heirloom fig variety traced back to the collection of Dr. Paolo Belloni at Pomona Gardens Conservatory. It is highly sought after by collectors due to its rarity, exceptional fruit size, and outstanding flavor.

This variety is known for producing some of the largest green figs available, with individual fruit capable of reaching up to 200 grams under favorable growing conditions. The figs are elongated and pear-shaped with attractive light green skin and a rich deep red interior.

The flavor is exceptional, combining intense sweetness with a rich berry profile and dense, jam-like texture. When fully ripened on the tree, the fruit develops outstanding complexity that has helped make it one of the more desirable Italian heirloom varieties among collectors.

Leo Lunghissimo is an early-ripening variety and is capable of producing both a breba crop and a main crop, allowing growers to enjoy multiple harvests throughout the season. The fruit features a tight, closed eye that helps reduce splitting and spoilage during periods of wet weather.

The tree is vigorous, productive, and capable of producing impressive crops of giant fruit once established. Its combination of rarity, massive fruit size, early ripening, excellent flavor, and two-crop production has made it one of the more sought-after collector figs available today.

For growers seeking a rare Italian fig with giant fruit, outstanding berry flavor, and excellent productivity, Leo Lunghissimo is an exceptional addition to any collection.

Recommended Growing Zones

USDA Zones 6-10

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. Growing in a pot allows you to move the tree to a protected location during winter and control its size. With proper care and winter protection, many fig varieties can be grown and fruited outside their listed growing zones.

You Will Receive

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

Seasonal Appearance

During the winter months, cuttings will typically be fully dormant.

During the fall, cuttings may still be lignified (hardened woody growth) and may not yet be fully dormant. This is normal and does not affect their ability to root.

Wood color, thickness, bud spacing, and appearance will naturally vary from cutting to cutting. Certain varieties naturally produce thinner or thicker wood than others.

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. Even experienced growers may experience occasional losses.

Most growers can expect a rooting success rate of approximately 60% to 80% under proper conditions. Individual results may vary.

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

Important Information

• This listing is for one unrooted fig cutting
• No roots, leaves, or pot are included
• Cuttings may vary slightly in thickness and appearance
• Cuttings are selected for propagation and are not guaranteed to be identical in diameter or shape
• We recommend rooting cuttings as soon as possible after arrival

Shipping

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

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