Celeste (Ficus carica 'Celeste')

Climate

Prefers cool to warm temperate climates and can tolerate a range of altitudes.

Common Name

Celeste

Description

Celeste figs, also known as Ficus carica 'Celeste', are a variety of fig trees that thrive in cool to warm temperate climates. They produce small to medium-sized figs with light purple to brown skin and delicious, sweet, amber flesh. Celeste trees are hardy, productive, and well-suited for cooler climates with proper care.

Genus
Grouping
Latin Name

Ficus carica 'Celeste'

Origin

- Country of Origin: USA

Other Relevant Information

- Celeste figs are often referred to as "Sugar figs" due to their high sugar content and sweet flavor. - The fruit of Celeste figs is typically ripe and ready for harvest in late summer or early fall. - Celeste fig trees are known for their ability to withstand colder temperatures compared to other fig varieties. - This variety of fig tree is self-pollinating, meaning it does not require another tree for pollination. - The leaves of the Celeste fig tree are typically medium-sized and deeply lobed. - In addition to being grown for its fruit, Celeste fig trees are also popular as ornamental trees due to their attractive foliage.

Related Genus
Soil Preferences

Well-drained, fertile loamy soils.

Specific species
Uses
Suitability to cool temperate climate
High
  • Genus: Ficus
  • Habitats: Originated in the USA, widely grown.
  • Climate Preferences: Prefers cool to warm temperate climates.
  • Soil Preferences: Well-drained, fertile loamy soils.
  • Description: Celeste figs are small to medium-sized with light purple to brown skin and sweet, rich, amber flesh. They are known for their high sugar content and excellent flavor. Celeste trees are hardy and productive, well-suited to cooler climates with proper care.