Marabout Vert Fig

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North Africa (traditional)

I was not able to find documented origin history for Marabout Vert through available research beyond its name's connection to the broader "Marabout" fig-name family, referenced elsewhere in collector literature alongside Sultane de Marabout. If you have a source specific to this entry, it can be corrected with real information.

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Growing & Care

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 8-10

Chill hours

~100 hours

Pollination

Self-fertile (common fig); does not need a pollinator.

Care info

Notably heat- and drought-tolerant once established, well suited to hot, dry growing climates similar to its North African origins.

Recommendations

A genuine complement to Saultane de Marabout, reflecting the same broader North African religious-associated naming tradition.

Flavor Profile

Sweet with rich flavor typical of well-regarded traditional North African fig types

Quick facts

Skin color

Green

Size

Medium

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 8-10

Chill hours

100

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