An easy to grow fig tree and one of the best for dried figs, Kadota produces beautiful yellow/green skinned figs with an amber flesh. Another plus for Figs – deer don’t like them (most of the time)! Latin Name: Ficus carica Site and Soil: Figs do well in a variety of soils, but require at least 8 hours of sunlight during the growing season. Pollination Requirements: Self-fruitful. Hardiness: Hardy to between 10° & 15° F. Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting. Size at Maturity: 8-15 ft in height, smaller with pruning. Taste: Sweet figgy honey Fruit Skin: Yellow/green Fruit Flesh: Amber Bloom Time: Flowers are not noticeable as they are inside the fig. Ripening Time: Late September – December Yield: 10-15 lbs. or more per plant