The Chicago Hardy Fig is a prized variety for northern gardeners and anyone looking for a fig that can withstand colder climates. True to its name, this fig is exceptionally cold-hardy, capable of dying back to the ground in severe winters yet regrowing vigorously each spring. The tree produces medium-sized, purplish-brown fruit with rich, strawberry-colored flesh and an intensely sweet, jammy flavor. It’s a reliable, heavy producer once established, often bearing two crops in warmer regions.
 
Taste: Sweet, rich, and jam-like with berry undertones.
Fruit size: Medium
Plant size: 10 – 15 ft tall, though can be pruned smaller or grown in containers.
Season: Main crop in August – September, with a possible late crop.
USDA Zones: 5 – 10 (tolerates temperatures down to -10°F)
Pollination: Self-pollinating
Requirements: Full sun, well-drained soil, moderate watering; responds well to pruning for size control and increased fruiting.