Fig (De La Roca)
$25.00
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De La Roca is a highly regarded Spanish collector fig originating from the Balearic Islands. It has earned an outstanding reputation among fig enthusiasts for its exceptional flavor, reliable productivity, and excellent resistance to splitting and spoilage. Though still relatively uncommon in North America, De La Roca is considered one of the premier fig varieties for growers seeking top-tier fruit quality.
Key Characteristics
Fruit Appearance:
Produces medium-sized figs with green to yellow-green skin and a deep strawberry-red interior. The fruit develops a small, tight eye that helps protect against insect damage and excessive moisture.
Flavor & Texture:
Exceptionally sweet with a rich blend of berry and honey flavors. The flesh is dense, smooth, and jam-like when fully ripe, offering outstanding fresh eating quality with a complex, well-balanced flavor.
Tree Habits:
A vigorous, productive tree with an upright growth habit. Once established, De La Roca produces dependable crops and performs well in both in-ground plantings and container culture.
Ripening:
Produces a reliable main crop during the mid to late fig season. Fruit typically ripens evenly and holds well on the tree, allowing sugars and flavor to fully develop.
Growing & Cultivation
Climate Resilience:
Like most common figs, De La Roca thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. It has earned praise for its resistance to splitting and souring, making it a dependable performer in a range of growing conditions. In colder climates, winter protection is recommended.
Container Suitability:
Excellent for container growing. Trees respond well to pruning and can be overwintered in an unheated garage or other protected location in regions with cold winters.
Notes
De La Roca is widely regarded as one of the finest green fig varieties available today. Originally documented by the renowned Spanish fig collector Montserrat Pons on the island of Mallorca, it has become a favorite among collectors for its outstanding flavor, dependable productivity, and excellent fruit quality. Its combination of rich taste, reliable performance, and relative rarity makes it an exceptional addition to any home orchard or collector's garden.