{"product_id":"chicago-hardy-fig","title":"Chicago Hardy Fig","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Figs in Ontario — Yes, Really.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chicago Hardy Fig is one of the most cold-tolerant fig varieties in existence, and it's made backyard fig growing possible in places most people never thought possible — including Ontario. With some winter protection (wrapping or mulching), this remarkable fig will reward you with sweet, rich, brown fruit that tastes like summer in every bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❄️ \u003cstrong\u003eSurprisingly cold hardy for a fig\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most reliable fig variety for northern growers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍌 \u003cstrong\u003eSweet, rich fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e — classic fig flavour, excellent fresh or dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eSelf-fertile\u003c\/strong\u003e — one plant produces fruit on its own, no pollinator needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eFast to fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e — often produces in its second or third year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 \u003cstrong\u003eA real conversation piece\u003c\/strong\u003e — your neighbours will be amazed you're growing figs in Ontario\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinter Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Ontario, Chicago Hardy Fig benefits from winter protection — wrapping the stems with burlap or applying a thick layer of mulch around the base before freeze-up. Even if stems die back in a harsh winter, the plant typically regrows vigorously from the roots in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefers full sun and a warm, sheltered south-facing location. Well-drained soil is essential. Supplied as a healthy 2-gallon container plant. \u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone: 5–6 with protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — best suited to sheltered Ontario locations with winter wrapping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Catkins Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48431279341751,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/0071\/0327\/files\/chicago-hardy-fig.png?v=1778173997","url":"https:\/\/catkinsnursery.ca\/products\/chicago-hardy-fig","provider":"Catkins Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}