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Type: Common Fig (Does Not Require Pollination)
Pastiliere is a highly regarded French fig variety celebrated for its striking appearance, exceptional berry flavor, and reliable performance. Long considered one of the finest early dark figs, it has earned a devoted following among collectors and home growers throughout the world.
The fruit is small to medium in size and develops a stunning dark purple to bluish-purple skin as it ripens. Few figs are as visually impressive on the tree as a fully ripe Pastiliere, with its vibrant coloration standing out against the foliage.
Inside, the fruit reveals a deep crimson to strawberry-red interior with a rich, juicy texture. The flesh develops excellent sweetness while maintaining enough acidity to create a balanced and complex flavor profile.
Pastiliere is especially prized for its flavor. Rich berry notes dominate the tasting experience, often accompanied by hints of raspberry, strawberry, peach, and nectarine. The combination of sweetness and mild acidity creates a bright, refreshing flavor that many collectors rank among their favorite dark figs.
The tree is vigorous and upright in growth habit, producing attractive foliage with distinctive wavy leaf margins. Mature trees can reach 10 to 12 feet in height when planted in the ground, though they can easily be maintained at a smaller size through pruning or container culture.
Pastiliere performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. Consistent watering during fruit development helps maximize fruit retention and quality, particularly on younger trees. Once established, the tree becomes a dependable producer of premium-quality fruit.
The variety typically ripens its main crop from late summer into early fall. Some mature trees may also produce a secondary crop under favorable growing conditions.
As a common fig, Pastiliere does not require pollination and reliably produces fruit in areas where the fig wasp is not present.
Its combination of beautiful dark fruit, rich berry flavor, French heritage, and collector appeal has helped establish Pastiliere as one of the most desirable heirloom fig varieties available today.
For growers seeking a premium dark fig with outstanding flavor and ornamental beauty, Pastiliere is an excellent addition to any collection.
USDA Zones 7-10
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.
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 are included in the listing photos. Please review them before purchasing.
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.
Cuttings are carefully packaged to help ensure they arrive in excellent condition.
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