Len - Seedling of Black Mission. Fruit smaller than Mission, black, pulp pink, quite sweet.
Osborn's Prolific (Arachipel, Neveralla) - Commonly sold as Neveralla. Medium to large, skin is dark reddish brown, flesh amber, often tinged pink. Very sweet, best fresh. Tree upright, bare, will grow in shade. Ripens late. Poor in warm climates. Highly recommended!
Panachee (Striped Tiger, Tiger) - Small to medium, skin is greenish yellow with dark green strips, flesh strawberry, dry but sweet. Best fresh. Requires long, warm growing season. Ripens late.
Tena - Small, skin is light green, flesh amber. Fine flavor. Good fresh or dried. Bears heavily. Tree strong, dense.
Genoa (White Genoa) - Medium, skin is greenish yellow to white, flesh yellow-amber. Sweet, good fresh or dried. Tree upright, requires constant annual pruning.
Ventura - Large, skin is green, flesh deep red, long neck. Excellent fresh or dried. Ripens late but matures well in cool areas. Compact tree.
Verte (Green Ischia) - Small, skin is greenish yellow, flesh strawberry. Excellent fresh or dried. Small tree. Recommended for short-summer climates.
Helpful Resources
Fig Recipes
Mediterranean Fruits Facts - Figs
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