{"product_id":"italian-honey-fig","title":"Italian Honey Fig","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eItalian Honey fig (\u003cem\u003eFicus carica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Lattarula') lives up to its name. The fruit is light green to yellow when ripe, with smooth, creamy flesh and a distinctly mild, honey-like sweetness that sets it apart from darker fig varieties. It's one of the most forgiving and consistent figs for home growers, known for reliable production and easy-going growth habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf you're new to growing figs, Italian Honey is a wonderful place to start. And if you're an experienced grower, you already know why this one has such a loyal following.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSHIPPING INFO:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product ships in May. We will try to ship within the ideal planting window for your growing zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Grow Italian Honey Fig?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🍯 \u003cstrong\u003eUniquely Sweet, Mild Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e That honey-like sweetness and creamy flesh make Italian Honey one of the most enjoyable figs for fresh eating straight off the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🌟 \u003cstrong\u003eConsistent and Beginner-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Known for reliable production and forgiving growth habits—one of the easiest figs to grow successfully at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🫙 \u003cstrong\u003eGreat for Drying and Light Preserves:\u003c\/strong\u003e The mild flavor shines in dried figs and lighter jams where a bold, dark fig might be overpowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Plant Type: \u003c\/strong\u003ePerennial fruiting shrub\/tree\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🌱\u003cstrong\u003e Plant Height: \u003c\/strong\u003e10–30 feet (easily kept smaller with pruning)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Hardiness Zones: \u003c\/strong\u003e7–10 (can be grown in colder zones with winter protection or containers)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring, after last frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🌱\u003cstrong\u003e When to Harvest: \u003c\/strong\u003eLate summer; ripens between Magnolia and Black Mission in the season\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining, fertile soil. Figs tolerate a range of soil types but really don't like wet feet—good drainage is the most important factor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, 6–8+ hours per day, for best growth and fruit quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Once established, figs are fairly drought-tolerant, but consistent moisture during the growing season improves fruit size and yield—especially in containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figs do not continue to ripen after picking, so timing is everything. For Italian Honey, watch for the skin to shift from green toward yellow and the fruit to soften and droop slightly on the stem. A drop of nectar at the eye is a reliable indicator of peak ripeness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figs do well in large containers, which also makes it easier to overwinter them in colder climates. Move pots to a sheltered garage or basement once temperatures drop, and they'll come back strong in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Figs are easy to keep to a manageable size with annual pruning in late winter. They respond well to hard pruning if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOur Italian Honey fig is greenhouse-grown and arrives as an established plant in a 3\" pot, ready to go into the ground or a container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Commitment: \u003c\/strong\u003eAt The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm On Central","offers":[{"title":"Single","offer_id":49765217140903,"sku":"LPIHFIG1","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-pack","offer_id":49765217173671,"sku":"LPIHFIG6","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/5270\/7117\/files\/0-1.jpg?v=1778647763","url":"https:\/\/shop.farmoncentral.com\/products\/italian-honey-fig","provider":"The Farm On Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}