{"product_id":"ficus-carica-figuier","title":"Ficus carica - Chicago Hardy Fig","description":"\u003cp\u003eFicus carica 'Hardy Chicago' is a fig tree variety known for its relative cold hardiness among fig trees. Here's how to care for it:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Place the 'Hardy Chicago' fig tree in a sunny location with a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. More light generally means better fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: While this variety is more cold-hardy than others, it still needs mild temperatures to thrive. It can tolerate sub-zero temperatures, but winter protection is recommended if you live in an area with very cold winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fig tree needs regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist. However, avoid waterlogging, as it does not like soggy soil. Water mainly during the growing season (spring and summer) and reduce watering in autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fertilize the 'Hardy Chicago' fig tree in spring with a balanced fertilizer. You can also give it a potassium-rich fertilizer to encourage fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prune the fig tree to control its growth and remove dead or diseased branches. Pruning can also promote better fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fig tree generally does not need frequent repotting. You can do it every 2 to 3 years if the plant becomes cramped in its pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e: If you live in an area with cold winters, be sure to protect the fig tree during the winter months by covering it with insulating material, such as straw or thick fabric. You can also consider moving it to a more sheltered location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiseases and Pests\u003c\/strong\u003e: Watch out for fungal diseases, such as rust, and treat them as needed. Fig trees can also be susceptible to pests such as aphids, mealybugs, and whiteflies, so inspect the plant regularly and address problems as soon as they appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"4\"","offer_id":45810564596016,"sku":"92320494596016","price":19.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6\"","offer_id":45810564628784,"sku":"92320494628784","price":24.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8\"","offer_id":45810564661552,"sku":"92320494661552","price":65.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 inches","offer_id":45810564694320,"sku":"92320494694320","price":69.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 gallons","offer_id":48197295604016,"sku":"","price":44.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/efe40679633ddafb00f0436fdb23267d.jpg?v=1689987321","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/ficus-carica-figuier","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}