Native to the Middle East and western Asia, it has been sought out and cultivated since ancient times, and is now widely grown throughout the world, both for its fruit and as an ornamental plant.

The edible fig is one of the first plants that was cultivated by humans. Figs can be eaten fresh or dried, and are great when used in jam-making (delicious recipe on the inside of this label).

Figs are also a great source of potassium; a mineral that can help to control blood pressure. They are also a good source of dietary fibre, vitamin B6, copper, manganese, and
pantothenic acid.

Currently 30-40cms above the pot and ready to fruit.