{"title":"Figs \u0026 Pomegranate","description":"Fing Brunoro Black, Fig candy, Fig Malta, Fig Mrs Williams","products":[{"product_id":"copy-of-fig-brunoro-black","title":"Fig - Candy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFigs of the Adriatic type are a heavy producer of medium-sized, bell-shaped fruit with green\/yellow skin and deep red flesh that is rich and sugary. The tree has a round top and spreads up to 5m, with deep lobed green leaves. It grows to be 3m x 5m in size and does not require pollination as the fruit contains the flower inside. The best time to harvest the fruit is in April, when the ripest figs begin to fall or when birds start to eat them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44329789030720,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/products\/fig_candy.jpg?v=1776033813"},{"product_id":"copy-of-fig-candy","title":"Fig - Malta","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMalta is a variety of fig tree that has bronze to dark brown or purple skin with red flesh. The fruit is small to medium in size and is conically shaped.  The tree can reach a height of 4-5 meters and does not require pollination. The main harvest for this variety is typically in early to mid March.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44329893167424,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/products\/IMG_0239-scaled.jpg?v=1674771971"},{"product_id":"copy-of-fig-malta","title":"Fig - Mrs Williams","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-items\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-item even\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Figs Mrs Williams is a variety of fig tree that produces large, pyriform-shaped figs with yellow necks and brown to purple skin with pinky honey coloured flesh. The tree has a round, spreading top. The tree can reach a height of 4-5 meters and does not require pollination. This variety has two crops each year, the first crop is called \"breba\" figs and forms on the previous year's growth, it ripens from December to January. The second crop forms during the summer and ripens from late March to May. To enhance the development of the second crop, the new shoots should be tipped to 4 or 5 leaves in mid-December. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44329914532160,"sku":"","price":29.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/products\/Fig-Mrs-Williams-resized_134559_3.png?v=1674772404"},{"product_id":"pomegranate-eversweet","title":"Pomegranate - Eversweet","description":"\u003cspan\u003eThe Eversweet variety is a ruby-red colour with virtually no seeds. As its name implies, fruits of the Eversweet pomegranate tree are sweet, even when immature. It is also tolerant to the heat conditions of New Zealand. This variety is originally from Afghanistan and is frost and cold hardy. They are self-fertile and are ripening in late autumn to early winter. Plant in a sheltered, sunny position where soils are fertile and free-draining. The tree grows to around 3 meters in height, but can be kept smaller by a light prune every year or 2.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44914740822336,"sku":"","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/1967505186.jpg?v=1682501246"},{"product_id":"pomegranate-wonderful","title":"Pomegranate - Wonderful","description":"Wonderful is the most popular pomegranate variety grown in New Zealand, and is fruits very well in our weather conditions here. It produces juicy, sweet pomegranates that are great for eating fresh. They are very high in antioxidants and other vitamins and minerals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWonderful is a self-fertile variety that ripens late summer to early autumn. Plant in a sheltered, sunny position where soils are fertile and free-draining.\u003cbr\u003eThe tree grows to around 3 meters in height, but can be kept smaller by a light prune every year or 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair this with the Eversweet variety to extend your harvest season.","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208408752448,"sku":"","price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/pomegranate.jpg?v=1685960589"},{"product_id":"pomegranate-granatum","title":"Pomegranate - Granatum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePomegranate Granatum is a deciduous shrub that grows to approximately 2m x 3m. It produces a mass of bright orange\/red flowers from late Spring followed by the round fruit that are yellow with a red blush, and bright red arils when fully ripe. \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe tree has a compact habit and is self fertile. Pomegranate grow well in containers, and are easily shaped with pruning. Best grown in a sunny position and they adapt to most types of soil that are free-draining. These are frost tolerant as they are deciduous.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair this with the Eversweet or Wonderful variety to extend your harvest season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46601626812736,"sku":null,"price":36.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/75343640-5279-45F3-9A37-47CB73131F2E.jpg?v=1778631901"},{"product_id":"fig-black-mission","title":"Fig - Black Mission","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Mission figs are often referred to as one of the best varieties in the world. They have a rich and very sweet flavor, accompanied by a delightful hint of berry, with a texture similar to a berry jam. Whether enjoyed fresh or dried, the fruit maintains its deliciousness. The figs exhibit a distinctive appearance with purplish-black skin and strawberry-colored flesh. They are self-fertile, and trees yield two crops annually—a lighter breba crop in summer, and a larger autumn crop. Minimal fruit splitting and a tight eye contribute to low spoilage rates. Suitable for both coastal and inland regions, the Black Mission fig tree is adaptable. Additionally, it thrives as a container plant, making it a wonderful choice for those with limited space or container gardening preferences. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt our nursery, we've been cultivating various fig tree varieties in 50L pots, and through our observations, the Black Mission has emerged as the standout performer in terms of fruit production. Interestingly, when left unprotected, both the Black Mission and the Variegated fig trees seem to have less or no fruit eaten by birds compared to other varieties. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant the Black Mission fig tree in a sunny and sheltered location, shielded from cold and drying winds. Though fig trees grow well in most soils, optimal growth is achieved in well-drained, fertile, and humus-rich soil. Figs love a lot of water in the warmer months and produce juicier fruit if the soil is kept moist. This can be achieved easily by mulching around the base of the tree. Prune after fruiting to control the size and shape of the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47373413318976,"sku":"","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/All-About-the-Sensational-Black-Mission-Fig-Minneopa-Orchards.png?v=1757067201"},{"product_id":"dinner-plate-fig-ficus-dammaropsis","title":"Dinner plate fig - Ficus dammaropsis","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:248\"\u003eThe Ficus dammaropsis, or Dinner Plate Fig, is a spectacular tree native to Papua New Guinea. Its standout feature is its enormous, pleated leaves, reaching up to 90cm long. These impressive leaves are the inspiration for its common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:184\"\u003eThis tree produces the world's largest figs, though they're typically only eaten in times of scarcity. The fruit is pollinated by the tiny fig wasp, Ceratosolon abnormis. In the local cuisine of Papua New Guinea, the young leaves are often pickled or cooked and enjoyed as a vegetable. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:184\"\u003eDue to its substantial size, Ficus dammaropsis requires a large space to thrive, making it more suitable for expansive gardens or parks. It flourishes best in a frost-free climate. It thrives in well-draining soil and full sun. With its bold presence, the Dinner Plate Fig can serve as a focal point in tropical landscapes, offering a unique aesthetic appeal with its extraordinary foliage and fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Midium","offer_id":51381709242688,"sku":null,"price":149.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":51381709275456,"sku":null,"price":199.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/0BC711AC-529C-4D36-A24A-E1D2D3379906.jpg?v=1757067486"},{"product_id":"fig-french-sugar","title":"Fig - French Sugar","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe ‘French Sugar’ Fig is a standout performer in New Zealand gardens, prized for its heavy crops and exceptionally high sugar content. This variety produces medium-sized fruit with green-to-brown skin and succulent, amber-pink flesh that tastes like pure honeyed jam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reliable and vigorous grower, it provides two harvests: a light summer \"breba\" crop followed by a heavy main crop in autumn. It is self-fertile, hardy, and adapts well to both large containers and open garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51444253557056,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_6962570d-9fa5-4901-9d3d-3fd88ef85806.jpg?v=1771095316"},{"product_id":"fig-sweet-black","title":"Fig - Sweet Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eA stunning deciduous fig tree producing medium sized, sweet, purple-black figs mid-season. The tree is a very heavy cropper, producing masses of delicious figs annually. Easy to grow and self-fertile, this variety makes a beautiful and productive addition to edible gardens or mixed plantings. Reaches approx 4 m tall and 3 m wide if left unpruned, however it is easily pruned to shape and ideal for keeping as a smaller growing tree. Fig trees thrive in full sun, and like plenty of water in the summertime and during the harvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51555215769920,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_2829683d-a833-4049-8230-ebcd0f2b60d3.jpg?v=1772254354"},{"product_id":"fig-koanga-black","title":"Fig - Koanga Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Koanga Black is a cherished New Zealand heirloom, prized for its reliability in marginal climates where other figs might struggle. This early-season standout produces small, dark-skinned fruit with striking pink flesh and a decadent, creamy texture. Unlike many varieties, the skin itself is exceptionally sweet, making every bite a honeyed delight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it begins ripening in March, it is a top choice for gardeners in cooler regions who need a fruit that can cross the finish line before the heat fades. It's a hardy, high-performing addition to any home orchard, delivering consistent harvests even when the summer is a bit of a mixed bag.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51633002316096,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/Koanga_black_fig.webp?v=1773888785"},{"product_id":"fig-vlassoff","title":"Fig -  Vlassoff","description":"\u003cp\u003eA real standout NZ-bred variety, the Vlassoff (often called Athenree Dark) is a top-tier honey fig that produces impressive, large round fruit. You’ll know they’re ready when the skin turns a deep purple-black, hiding that sweet, succulent red flesh inside. It’s a reliable double-cropper, giving you a feed in January and again in April, provided it’s tucked into a really sunny, well-drained spot. Just be sure to give it a bit of protection from any harsh frosts while it's getting established.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51744747815232,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/Fig_Vlassoff_picture_nz.png?v=1776291757"},{"product_id":"fig-brunswick","title":"Fig -  Brunswick","description":"\u003cp\u003eBruswick figs are large, greenish-brown to purple skin fruit with sweet, amber-red flesh. It yields a light 'breba' crop in summer and a main autumn crop. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree itself is cold hardy, and a heavy cropper. Self fertile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFig trees love a full sun position, and lots of water in summer. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flyingdragonnursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51787779572032,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/7031\/2256\/files\/Brunswickfig.png?v=1776307976"}],"url":"https:\/\/flyingdragonnursery.co.nz\/collections\/figs.oembed?page=2","provider":"flyingdragonnursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}