Ficus Brown Turkey Fig Ficus Carica – Green

Ficus Brown Turkey (Ficus carica) is a young fig plant supplied in a Ø12 cm nursery pot with an approximate height of 30 cm. As a deciduous fig, it can arrive with minimal foliage outside the active growing season; the sturdy woody stems are normal and will leaf out when light and warmth increase. This plant is chosen for its calm, architectural growth and the possibility of home-grown figs in the right conditions.

Brown Turkey is one of the most reliable fig varieties for container growing. Indoors it stays compact with regular pruning, while in a conservatory, greenhouse, or sheltered patio it can develop more quickly. Given enough light, it produces broad, hand-shaped leaves and may form fruit on mature growth. Even when kept mainly as a foliage plant, it brings the quiet, Mediterranean character of a fig tree to Scandinavian interiors.

Plant care

• Light requirements: Bright, indirect light is ideal. A few hours of gentle morning or late-afternoon sun is usually fine; avoid harsh midday sun behind glass which can scorch leaves.
• Watering routine: Water thoroughly, then allow the top 2–4 cm of soil to dry before watering again. Reduce watering in winter or during periods with little/no foliage. Never leave the pot standing in water.
• Humidity preferences: Average indoor humidity is sufficient. Improve airflow and avoid constantly damp soil to reduce the risk of fungal issues.
• Temperature range: Best kept at 18–26°C during growth. Protect from cold drafts; avoid prolonged temperatures below 10–12°C for indoor plants.

Growth and characteristics

• Plant species: Ficus carica ‘Brown Turkey’ (fig)
• Approximate size at delivery: Ø12 cm pot, ↕30 cm (measured including pot)
• Leaf type: Large, lobed fig leaves; new foliage appears as conditions warm and brighten
• Growth habit: Woody shrub/tree form; responds well to pruning and can be shaped for container life

Placement in the home

Place your fig where it gets consistent light—near a bright window with filtered sun is ideal. In smaller homes it works well on the floor beside a window, on a plant stand in the living room, or in a bright kitchen. If you move it outdoors in summer, choose a sheltered spot and acclimatise it gradually over 7–10 days to avoid leaf stress.

Care tips

• Drainage matters: Use a pot with drainage holes when repotting; figs dislike waterlogged roots.
• Feeding: During spring and summer, feed every 2–4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser to support leaf and fruit development.
• Pruning: Trim lightly in late winter/early spring to encourage branching and keep a neat shape.
• Seasonal note: If the plant is leafless on arrival, keep care steady (less water, more light) and allow time for new growth.

Shipping

This plant is shipped directly from a Netherlands grower to ensure freshness and plant health during transport.

Plant information

• Plant type: Live indoor/outdoor fig plant (container-grown)
• Variety: Ficus carica ‘Brown Turkey’
• Pot size: Ø12 cm
• Height: Approx. 30 cm
• Pot included: Supplied in a plastic nursery pot