Tia Penya Fig Tree – Rare Sweet Spanish Variety with Intense Berry-Honey Flavor

Tia Penya Fig Tree A rare and outstanding Spanish variety known for its exceptional sweetness and productivity, Tia Penya is a favorite among fig collectors for its rich flavor and reliable performance. Grown from cuttings at Red Rock Orchard in the high desert of southern Utah, this variety excels in arid conditions with strong heat tolerance.

Fruit Characteristics

• Skin: Light green to yellowish-green/purple when ripe.
• Flesh: Bright strawberry-red to deep red, juicy and jammy.
• Flavor: Intensely sweet with rich berry and honey notes — often described as one of the sweetest and most flavorful figs available.
• Size: Medium to large with excellent productivity.

Tree & Growth This vigorous, self-fertile common-type fig produces attractive fruit with good set and is well-suited for both container and in-ground planting. It performs reliably as a late-season ripener in hot desert climates. Propagated from our own desert-tested stock for strong root systems and resilience. Expect reliable fruiting in 1–2 years with proper care.

Care Highlights

• Full sun
• Well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established
• Self-fertile – no pollinator needed
• Late ripening
• USDA Zones 7–10

Perfect for those seeking a high-sugar, richly flavored green fig with outstanding dessert quality and desert adaptability. 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.