Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Ficus carica ‘Brown Turkey’
Rootstock: Own-root
Mature Height: 10–20 ft
Mature Width: 10–20 ft
Recommended Spacing: 12–15 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preferences: Well-drained; adaptable
Overview
Brown Turkey is one of the most popular fig varieties, producing medium to large fruit with sweet, reddish-brown flesh. Reliable and well-suited for northern growers when protected.
Pollination Requirements
Self-fertile.
Harvest Season
Mid to Late Summer (July–September)
Best Uses
• Fresh eating
• Preserves
• Drying
Tips for Success
• Protect in winter in colder climates
• Can be grown in containers
• Prune lightly in early spring