PatternBaseFig
Ficus carica, Moraceae
Guild Roles
Growing Conditions
Sun
Water
Soil pH
6 – 8
Tolerances
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
Both Mediterranean trees compete for water and nutrients, with overlapping root zones
Mission OliveOlea europaeaBoth Mediterranean trees compete for water and nutrients, with overlapping root zones
Manzanilla OliveOlea europaeaBoth Mediterranean trees compete for water and nutrients, with overlapping root zones
Arbequina OliveOlea europaeaBoth Mediterranean trees compete for water and nutrients, with overlapping root zones
Black-Eyed PeaVigna unguiculataFig tree extensive root system and canopy compete with cowpea for resources
Arabica CoffeeCoffea arabicaFig trees compete with coffee for resources and provide too much shade for optimal coffee production
QuinceCydonia oblongaMediterranean fruit trees with similar water requirements compete for resources
OnionAllium cepaFig trees have extensive shallow root systems that compete heavily with onion bulb development
Grain SorghumSorghum bicolorFig tree canopy shades out sorghum and extensive root system competes for nutrients
Uses
Functions
Edible Parts
Common Questions
What zones does Fig grow in?
Fig grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 10.
What are good companion plants for Fig?
Good companions for Fig include White Clover, Nasturtium, Comfrey, Softneck Garlic, Garlic Chives.
Design guilds with Fig and see companion relationships visually.
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