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Standard Fig Tree 'Chelsea'
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Standard Fig Tree 'Chelsea'

Standard Fig Tree 'Chelsea'

£59.95 inc. p&p 59.95

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1 x Standard | 4.5 litre pot (120-150cm)
Code: FGS402S£59.95 inc. p&pOut Of Stock
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Ficus carica 'Chelsea'

This standard fig tree is ideal where space is restricted and will make an attractive feature in a large container on a sunny patio. Pruned to shape on the nursery, it is supplied with a 90cm (3ft) clear stem and a bushy head. Total height on despatch 1.2-1.5m (4-5ft). This variety was found growing on the banks of the River Thames adjacent to Chelsea Bridge. It is extremely heavy cropping and shows great hardiness to cold weather, cropping reliably outdoors throughout the UK. The medium sized fruits are pale brown when fully ripe and have an excellent flavour without being sickly sweet.

Pollination: Self-fertile.

Season: Aug - Sept.

Although, fig trees are associated with Mediterranean countries, with the correct choice of variety and given a sunny, sheltered site, they can be grown outside throughout the UK with great success. Figs picked fresh from the garden are juicy, sweet and fragrant. They are very useful for covering large areas such as a south or south-west facing wall or fence and trained as a fan they will eventually reach 2m (6ft 6in) high and 3-3.6m (10-12ft) wide. They also make ideal container plants on a sun-drenched patio, where they will make a very attractive garden feature. Fig trees require root restriction and for ease they can be planted in a Root Control Bag.

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Carriage & packing charges

Our standard delivery charge to mainland UK is £9.95. Some items (where stated) are p&p inclusive. If you are only ordering items that are p&p inclusive, the standard delivery charge does not apply.

 

Some deliveries to the Scottish Islands, parts of Scotland, the Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Scily Isles may incur surcharges. If a surcharge is applicable, you may not be able to complete your order online. Please telephone us on 01255 440410 for a delivery quotation.

 

We regret that due to Brexit we are no longer able to deliver to Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and the rest of Europe.

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We regret we are unable to give precise delivery dates as weather conditions can affect the despatch schedule. The following information (which applies to orders placed online and over the phone) should only be used as a guide and on the understanding that we may not be able to keep to these dates precisely. Please note, delivery usually takes longer when payment is made by cheque.
 
If you have any specific requests concerning the timing of your delivery (e.g. if you are likely to be going away on holiday) please let us know. It is not usually possible for us to bring forward delivery dates but we can delay the despatch of your order from the normal run.
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Excellent plant. A good strong standard tree 3-4 feet high with loads of new buds waiting for the right weather. Full growing instructions are provided. Wonderfully packed in a secure cardboard box so that nothing could move and get knocked about. A reasonable price for the quality of plant and packaging. I have ordered before and always have had good results.
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