LSU Purple fig
Yes, LSU Purple fig grows in the Gulf South: LSU AgCenter recommends it for both north and south Louisiana home orchards (The Louisiana Home Orchard, Pub. 1884). Figs aren't rated by chill hours; cold-hardiness matters more.
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- Chill hours
- Not rated
- USDA zones
- 7-10 (general guide for fig)
- Pollination
- Self-fruitful (common type)
- LSU AgCenter recommends for
- North & south Louisiana
- Notes
- Figs aren't rated by chill hours; cold-hardiness matters more
- Sources
- lsuagcenter.com
- 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ison's Nursery LSU Purple Fig Tree 2-4' | $24.95 | standard | In stock | View |
| Edible Landscaping LSU Purple Fig | $34.00 | TG/1 Gallon 8 sizes, $7.00–$68.00 | In stock | View |
| Brighter Blooms LSU Purple Fig Tree | $85.99 | 3 Gallon 9 sizes, $22.99–$243.99 | In stock | View |
| Trees.com (Fast Growing Trees) LSU Purple Fig Tree | $27.95 | standard 3 sizes, $27.95–$100.62 | Sold out | View |
| Stark Bro's LSU Purple Fig Tree | $36.99 | standard | Sold out | 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 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 |
| Banana | Not rated | 7-10 | listed |
Quick answers
Does LSU Purple fig grow in Louisiana?
Yes. LSU AgCenter's Louisiana Home Orchard (Pub. 1884) recommends it for both north and south Louisiana.
How many chill hours does LSU Purple fig need?
Figs aren't rated by chill hours; cold-hardiness matters more. LSU AgCenter doesn't publish a chill-hour number for it.
Does LSU Purple fig need a pollinator?
Self-fruitful (common type).
What USDA zones suit LSU Purple fig?
Zones 7-10 as a general guide for fig.
Where can I buy LSU Purple fig?
We found it at 5 online nurseries on our last check, 3 with it in stock, from $24.95. See the price table above.