Brown Turkey fig trees typically grow to about 10 to 15 feet tall and wide when mature, although they can be pruned to stay smaller if needed.
Taste: The flesh of the Brown Turkey fig is sweet, with a rich, honey-like flavor that makes it a favorite for fresh eating and cooking.
Leaves: The leaves are large, lobed, and green, providing good shade during the summer.
Growth Habit: The tree has a bushy, spreading growth habit, which makes it ideal for larger garden spaces.
Appearance: The fruit is pear-shaped, with a smooth, brownish-purple skin and a slightly yellowish to pink interior.
Size: Figs are medium-sized, typically around 2 to 3 inches long.
Harvest Time: Brown Turkey figs usually ripen in late summer to early fall, often in two crops: a smaller, earlier crop in late summer, and a larger, main crop in the fall.
Climate: Brown Turkey figs thrive in USDA hardiness zones 7 to 10. They prefer warm climates but can tolerate a variety of conditions, including cooler winters (in zones 7 to 8, they might need some protection from frost).
Sunlight: Full sun is ideal for the tree to produce the best fruit.
Soil: Well-draining soil is essential, and the tree prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Watering: Regular watering is important, especially during dry periods. However, the tree is drought-tolerant once established.