Kadota Fig

Kadota Fig

15 Gallon
$189.00
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Kadota Fig

Ficus carica ‘Kadota‘, 'White Kadota'

The Honey Fig • Exceptionally Sweet & Syrupy • Premier Choice for Preserves

$189.00
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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Kadota Fig is the quintessential "honey fig," celebrated for its exceptionally sweet, rich, and syrupy amber flesh. Its elegant green-to-gold skin protects a sublime flavor that is perfect for eating fresh off the tree or preserving. A classic, refined choice for those who prize pure, unadulterated sweetness.

  • Produces large, elegant fruit that retains a beautiful greenish-amber color even when fully ripe and soft.

  • Flesh is a luscious pale pink-amber, with an exceptionally sweet, honey-like flavor and a smooth, almost nutty finish.

  • Renowned as the premier "canning and preserving fig" due to its thick skin that holds shape well and its high sugar content.

  • Flavor is intensely sweet with minimal acidity, offering a pure, rich sugar experience.

  • A vigorous, attractive tree with lighter green, lobed leaves, adding visual interest to the garden.

  • Self-fruitful and easy to grow, producing reliable crops with standard fig care in full sun.

Flavor Profile:

  • Flavor: Intensely sweet, honeyed, and rich with subtle nutty undertones.

  • Texture: Smooth, tender, and very sweet with a fine, delicate mouthfeel.

  • Best Uses: Ultimate fresh eating for sweet-lovers, exquisite for whole-fig preserves, canning, drying, and desserts where its honey flavor shines.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Large, deeply lobed, yellow-green leaves.Fruit: Large figs with light green to amber skin and pale pink flesh; ripens August-October.Flavor: Richly sweet, syrupy texture with honey-like sweetness and subtle nutty notes.Habit: Deciduous fruit tree with vigorous, multi-branched growth; responds well to pruning
  • Mature Height: 10-25 ft (manageable with pruning)
  • Mature Width: 10-25 ft
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Self-pollinating and easy to grow (ideal for beginners).Drought tolerant once established.High sugar content excellent for fresh eating.Pest and disease resistant.Adaptable to container growing
  • Landscape Uses:Fruit orchards and edible landscapes.Container gardening (large pots).Mediterranean and cottage gardens.Espalier training on sunny walls.Privacy screening when unpruned
FAQs
  • Q: How do I know when a Kadota is ripe if it stays green?A: Look for a color change from bright green to a duller, yellowish-amber. The fruit will become very soft, droop on its stem, and may develop small cracks. It will also have a rich, honeyed fragrance at the neck.
  • Q: Is it good fresh, or just for preserving?A: It is exceptional fresh! Its incredibly sweet, honeyed flavor makes it a favorite for fresh eating among those who prefer very sweet fruit without tanginess.
  • Q: Does it have a breba (early) crop?A: Kadota is known primarily for its reliable and abundant main crop in late summer/fall.

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Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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