Violet de Bordeaux Fig 1 Live Plant – 3 Gallon Pot, 12 Inches – Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux'

Violet de Bordeaux Fig (Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux') is a deciduous fruiting shrub or small tree valued for its richly flavored figs, attractive lobed foliage, and versatile growth habit. Also commonly called Violette de Bordeaux or Negronne Fig, this classic fig cultivar produces small to medium-sized fruit with dark purple to nearly black skin and deep strawberry-red flesh.

The fruit is known for its sweet, rich flavor and soft, juicy texture. Figs are commonly enjoyed fresh and can also be used in preserves, baking, and other culinary preparations. The plant develops broad, deeply lobed green leaves that provide ornamental interest throughout the growing season. Under suitable conditions, Violet de Bordeaux may produce a main crop in late summer to early fall, with harvest timing varying by climate.

Violet de Bordeaux Fig generally performs best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Once established, it has moderate water requirements and some tolerance for dry conditions. Its naturally branching habit makes it suitable for edible landscapes, home orchards, sunny garden beds, and large outdoor containers. In colder regions, container growing can provide flexibility for seasonal protection.

You will receive one live Violet de Bordeaux Fig plant in a 3 gallon nursery pot.

Pot Size: 3 Gallons.

Approx. 12 inches tall at time of shipping.

Plant Form: Young nursery-grown deciduous fruiting fig plant.

Botanical Name Clarification: The cultivar is commonly written as Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux'. The supplied spelling 'Violet De Bordeaux' refers to the same commonly marketed fig selection.

The plant is supplied as a young nursery specimen rather than an established fruit-bearing tree. Actual branching, foliage density, stem structure, and overall appearance may vary according to nursery growth and seasonal conditions.

Violet de Bordeaux Fig is deciduous and naturally loses its leaves during autumn and winter. Plants may ship dormant, leafless, recently pruned, or without fruit depending on the season. Fruiting at the time of shipping is not guaranteed.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Common Name: Violet de Bordeaux Fig

• Alternate Common Names: Violette de Bordeaux Fig, Negronne Fig

• Scientific Name: Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux'

• Cultivar: Violette de Bordeaux

• Quantity: 1 Live Plant

• Pot Size: 3 Gallon Nursery Pot

• Shipping Height: Approx. 12 inches tall at time of shipping.

• Plant Form: Live Potted Deciduous Fruiting Fig

• Plant Type: Edible Fruit Shrub or Small Tree

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Growth Habit: Branching, bushy to small-tree form

• Foliage Color: Green

• Foliage Type: Deciduous

• Leaf Shape: Broad, deeply lobed

• Flower Color: Inconspicuous; fig flowers develop internally within the fruit structure

• Fruit Color: Dark purple to nearly black

• Fruit Flesh: Deep red to strawberry-red

• Fruit Flavor: Sweet, rich, berry-like

• Fruit Size: Small to medium

• Harvest Season: Generally late summer to early fall; varies by climate

• Pollination: Common fig type; generally self-fruitful without a separate pollinizer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 7–10, with winter protection potentially needed in colder areas

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil Preference: Fertile, well-drained soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate; consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development

• Landscape Uses: Home orchards, edible gardens, fruiting landscapes, and patio containers

• Container Suitability: Yes, suitable for large outdoor containers with adequate drainage

• Seasonal Condition: May ship dormant, leafless, recently pruned, or without fruit

One live Violet de Bordeaux Fig plant (Ficus carica 'Violette de Bordeaux'), nursery growing medium, 3 gallon nursery container.

Pot Size: 3 Gallons

Shipping Height: Approx. 12 inches tall at time of shipping.

Plant Form: Young nursery-grown deciduous fruiting fig plant.