Chicago Hardy fig
Chicago Hardy fig is recommended for warm-winter growers by University of Georgia Extension; the source gives no chill-hour number.
Last updated
- Chill hours
- Not rated
- USDA zones
- 7-10 (general guide for fig)
- Pollination
- Self-fruitful (common type)
- LSU AgCenter recommends for
- Not in LSU Pub 1884 table
- Notes
- UGA: best for colder areas
- Sources
- fieldreport.caes.uga.edu
- Data status
- Recommended in source (no chill number given)
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Where to buy
Prices and stock as we found them on each nursery's site, checked Oct 20, 3:13 PM CDT. Shipping not included; always confirm on the nursery's page.
| Nursery | Price | Size | Stock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willis Orchard Co. Chicago Hardy Fig Tree | $29.95 | +/-2' 2 sizes, $29.95–$64.95 | In stock | View |
| Stark Bro's Chicago Hardy Fig Tree | $32.99 | standard | In stock | View |
| Brighter Blooms Chicago Hardy Fig Tree | $44.99 | 1 Quart 12 sizes, $21.99–$220.99 | In stock | View |
| Trees.com (Fast Growing Trees) Chicago Hardy Fig Tree | $47.95 | standard 6 sizes, $47.95–$172.62 | In stock | View |
| Bob Wells Nursery Chicago Hardy Fig Tree | $54.95 | standard | In stock | View |
| Nature Hills Nursery Chicago Hardy Fig Tree | $102.99 | #3 Container | 1-2 ft | In stock | View |
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From our orchard
Notes and photos from our Louisiana homestead orchard are coming soon.
Other fig varieties
| Variety | Chill hours | Zones | LSU recommends for | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LSU Purple | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| LSU Gold | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Celeste | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| O'Rourke | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Champagne | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Southeastern Brown Turkey | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Alma | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
| Tiger | Not rated | 7-10 | North & south Louisiana | listed |
Quick answers
How many chill hours does Chicago Hardy fig need?
University of Georgia Extension doesn't publish a chill-hour number for it.
Does Chicago Hardy fig need a pollinator?
Self-fruitful (common type).
What USDA zones suit Chicago Hardy fig?
Zones 7-10 as a general guide for fig.
Where can I buy Chicago Hardy fig?
We found it at 6 online nurseries on our last check, 6 with it in stock, from $29.95. See the price table above.