FIGNOMENAL” is a new patented variety of fig. The discoverer says it is a sport of Hardy Chicago. A sport is a branch that shows different characteristics then the others. Apparently this branch stayed very small but had a very large amount of figs. It also stayed very compact even after many years. The observation was then duplicated and the result is a compact grower that fruits heavily. I have planted a few to see how they do. I would imagine that this variety should be hardy down to zone 5. I would advise providing protection its first few years during winter. It is a common fig and does not require pollination.

YELLOW LONG NECK is a fantastic cold hardy variety. The figs are massive, some getting the size of a tennis ball. It’s a honey fig and they are rich and sweet. They are bright yellow with a amber interior. The tree can take cold well and good at zones 6-10. Does not require pollination.