White Genoa Fig – Bibra Lake Nursery
White Genoa Fig (Ficus carica) is a popular fruit tree known for its sweet, juicy figs, attractive foliage and suitability for home gardens. It is a lovely choice for Perth gardeners who want fresh fruit straight from their own backyard.
Main features
Fruit colour: Green to yellowish-green skin when ripe.
Flesh: Sweet, soft flesh with a pink to reddish interior.
Flavour: Rich, honey-like sweetness.
Tree size: Approximately 3–5 metres tall and wide if left unpruned; can be kept smaller with pruning.
Growing habit: Deciduous tree with large, attractive leaves.
Harvest: Generally summer to early autumn in Perth, depending on conditions.
Sunlight: Full sun for the best fruit production.
Why is White Genoa Fig special?
Produces delicious fruit for fresh eating.
A rewarding fruit tree for home orchards and edible gardens.
Attractive foliage provides a Mediterranean-style garden appearance.
Can be grown in the ground or in a large pot with appropriate care.
Fresh figs can be used in salads, desserts, jams and preserves.
How to grow and care for it in Perth
1. Planting: Choose a sunny position with good drainage. Dig a hole approximately twice as wide as the root ball, plant at the same depth as the pot and water thoroughly.
2. Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil. Improve sandy Perth soil with compost before planting.
3. Watering: Water deeply and regularly during establishment and hot summer weather. Reduce watering during winter dormancy, while avoiding prolonged dryness during fruit development.
4. Fertilising: Apply a balanced fruit-tree fertiliser in spring. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of fruit.
5. Pruning: Prune lightly in winter to remove dead, damaged or crossing branches and maintain a manageable shape. Avoid heavy pruning if you want a good crop.
6. Mulching: Apply organic mulch around the root zone, keeping it clear of the trunk, to conserve moisture during Perth summers.
Landscaping importance
Ideal for edible gardens, backyard orchards and Mediterranean-style landscapes.
Provides seasonal shade and attractive foliage.
Can be trained into a compact fruit tree with regular pruning.
Works well alongside citrus, olives and other Mediterranean fruit trees.
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