Deanna Fig Live Plant (Ficus carica 'Deanna”)

Deanna Fig Live Plant (Ficus carica ‘Deanna’) – A Premium Dessert Fig with Exceptional Size and Quality

🔹 Botanical & Common Identification

• Botanical Name: Ficus carica ‘Deanna’

• Common / Trade Name: Deanna Fig

• Plant Family: Moraceae

• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit-bearing tree

🔹 Local & International Names

Although this cultivar is globally referred to as Deanna, figs in general are known by different names in various regions:

The Deanna cultivar itself is recognized in international horticulture circles as a premium dessert fig variety.

🔹 Origin & Breeding History

The Deanna Fig originated in the United States through the advanced fig breeding program of Dr. Ira Condit at the University of California (UC Davis, Riverside).
It was specifically developed as a high-quality, cold-hardy replacement for the Calimyrna fig — a variety prized for size and flavour but sensitive to splitting and climate issues.

Key breeding goals successfully achieved:
 Very large fruit size
 Resistance to cracking and splitting
 Good cold tolerance
 High dessert quality

🔹 Fruit Characteristics

The Deanna Fig is admired worldwide for its exceptional fruiting traits:

This combination of large fruit size + resistance to splitting + superior flavour makes Deanna one of the most sought-after fig varieties among collectors and home orchard growers.

🔹 Nutritional Value & Health Benefits

Figs have been celebrated since ancient times for strengthening overall wellness, and the Deanna variety shares these properties.

Nutritional elements commonly found in figs:

• Dietary fiber

• Calcium

• Iron

• Potassium

• Vitamin A, Vitamin K & B-complex group

• Natural antioxidants and plant polyphenols

Potential health benefits:
 Supports digestive wellness
 Helps improve bone strength due to calcium content
 May contribute to reducing LDL / bad cholesterol
 Antioxidants help reduce cellular oxidative stress
 Supports heart health and blood circulation
 Provides clean and natural energy

🔹 Culinary Uses

The Deanna Fig is loved especially as a dessert fig, but it is versatile in the kitchen:

• Eaten fresh directly from the tree

• Used in cakes, tarts, ice creams, puddings, and pastries

• Can be dried for long-term storage

• Ideal for making jams, syrups, smoothies, fruit spreads, and compotes

• Pairs exceptionally well with cheese boards and honey

Because the Deanna fig has a naturally high sugar content, it caramelizes beautifully when baked or grilled.

🔹 Traditional & Medicinal Applications

Cultures across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East have historically used figs for wellness purposes:

• Traditional herbal practices used figs for bowel regulation

• Leaf extracts were employed to support metabolic balance

• Warm fig preparations were applied for throat comfort

• Dried figs were often consumed for general vitality and stamina

Although traditional uses vary by region, figs have long been recognized as a gentle natural support for overall health.

🔹 Growth & Cultivation Details

The Deanna Fig is considered easy-to-grow and beginner friendly, making it one of the top choices for home gardens.

Because of its excellent cold hardiness, this variety performs well even in regions with cooler winters.

 Conclusion

The Deanna Fig Live Plant (Ficus carica ‘Deanna’) is an outstanding choice for growers who value fruit size, resistance to splitting, and top-tier flavour. With extremely large fruits, rapid fruiting, cold tolerance, and an unforgettable sweet taste, it stands among the finest dessert figs available to collectors and home orchards.

At Veliyath Gardens, we are proud to offer this elite fig cultivar for plant lovers seeking a unique, high-performance fruit tree that enriches both health and garden beauty.