Magnolia Fig

Magnolia Fig produces squat, medium-to-large fruit with a green and purple tinged skin. The flesh inside is dense and syrupy, delivering a deep, brown sugar sweetness with notes of dried fig. Its flavor is concentrated and dessert-like, making it ideal for fresh eating and famous for drying and canning. One key trait of Magnolia is its open eye, which makes it more susceptible to spoilage if left on the tree too long or exposed to rain. To preserve fruit quality, it's best harvested just before full ripeness and ideally grown in a location protected from late season rain.

The tree itself is fast-growing with a broad, spreading form and high productivity, offering both visual appeal and a reliable harvest when given the right conditions. Like all figs, Magnolia is high in fiber, potassium, and antioxidants, supporting digestive and heart health while providing natural sweetness with a low glycemic impact.

Quick Facts:

• Zones: 7 to 10 (or lower with protection)
• Height: 8 to 12 ft
• Spread: 8 to 10 ft
• Spreading habit: Broad, spreading
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well-draining
• Pollination: Self-pollinating