This delectable treat is known as the “sugar fig” for its deliciously sweet flavor!The Celeste fig tree features violet-skinned fruit with a rose-colored flesh that is sugary sweet with a rich taste. This cultivar requires minimal pruning and aside from winter protection is a low maintenance tree. A small, closed eye on this fig prevents fruit rot from insects and moisture, thus increasing production.The Celeste is one of the most popular fig trees and is heat tolerant and self-pollinating. The Celeste is a compact tree making it suitable for container growing and small landscape spaces. It prefers full sun with loamy, well-drained soil and the fruit will begin to ripen in July.More Detail:Botanical Name: Ficus carica 'Celeste'Sun Light: Full Sunfoliage Color: EvergreenMature Height: 7-10 ftMuture Height: 7-10 ftGrowing Zones: 7, 8, 9, 10