Red Rock Orchard
Exquisito Fig Tree – Productive California Heirloom with Honey-Berry Sweetness & Multiple Crops
Exquisito Fig Tree – Productive California Heirloom with Honey-Berry Sweetness & Multiple Crops
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Exquisito Fig Tree A standout California selection prized for its exceptional sweetness and productivity, Exquisito (often referred to as Equisito) is a versatile common fig with multiple crops and rich flavor. Grown from cuttings at Red Rock Orchard in the high desert of southern Utah, this variety thrives in arid, hot conditions.
Fruit Characteristics
- Skin: Green transitioning to striped, then purplish-brown to black when fully ripe.
- Flesh: Intense amber to red, jammy and glossy.
- Flavor: Rich honey-like sweetness with berry and fruity undertones — highly regarded for its complex, dessert-quality taste.
- Size: Medium with excellent productivity across multiple harvests.
Tree & Growth This vigorous, self-fertile common-type fig is known for producing breba and main crops (potentially a third in warmer climates), offering extended harvests from summer into fall. It adapts well to container or in-ground planting and shows strong heat and drought tolerance. Propagated from our own desert-tested stock for reliable performance. Expect fruiting in 1–2 years with proper care.
Care Highlights
- Full sun
- Well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established
- Self-fertile – no pollinator needed
- Multiple crops (July–November)
- USDA Zones 7–10
Perfect for fig enthusiasts seeking a productive, multi-harvest variety with outstanding sweetness and flavor. Limited quantities grown from our own cuttings—order now for spring shipping or local pickup in St. George.
All plants are propagated and grown with care at Red Rock Orchard, St. George, Utah.
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