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Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
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black fig trees for sale

Looking for black fig trees for sale in New Zealand? Whether you're starting a new orchard, adding to your home garden, or searching for the perfect fruiting tree for your backyard, black fig trees are a standout option. Known for their rich, sweet flavour and deep purple-black skin, black fig varieties thrive in our Kiwi climate, producing abundant crops each summer. At our nursery, we offer an exceptional selection of black fig trees and can help you find the ideal variety to suit your garden and lifestyle.

Ficus Black Knight

Ficus ‘Black Knight’ is a striking indoor plant characterised by its large, glossy leaves, which range from deep green to nearly black tones. This bold rubber plant adds a dramatic, modern touch to interior spaces and thrives in bright, indirect light. It’s low-maintenance, air-purifying, and well-suited to homes and offices alike. Ficus ‘Black Knight’ grows upright and can reach over a metre tall indoors, making it an excellent choice for statement pots and stylish interiors.

Buy Ficus Black Knight

From $36.38

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 1.50 m

Spread: 1.50 m

Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Tropical

Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' (Black Matipo)

Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' is a hardy evergreen shrub known for its dense, bright green foliage and tidy growth habit. This versatile plant is well suited to NZ conditions and provides year round structure and colour. Ideal for hedging, screening, and feature planting, it is a reliable choice for creating privacy and enhancing garden spaces.

Buy Pittosporum 'Irish Luck' (Black Matipo)

From $21.53

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Shrubs

Height: 4.00 m

Spread: 2.50 m

Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy

Garden uses: Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Native

Why Choose Black Fig Trees?

Black figs are celebrated for their distinctive taste, luscious texture, and versatility in both fresh eating and cooking. These trees are generally hardy, drought-tolerant once established, and suit a wide range of planting conditions—from backyard gardens to larger fruit orchards. With the right care, your black fig tree will reward you with delicious, homegrown fruit for years to come.

Our Range of Black Fig Varieties

We proudly offer several premium black fig varieties for New Zealand gardeners. If you’re after a classic, reliable fruiting tree, take a closer look at our Fig Black Malta, renowned for its abundance of succulent, sweet fruit. For those who prefer a truly rich flavour, Fig Sweet Black is a must-try, offering exceptionally sweet figs that are perfect for eating fresh or preserving.

Searching for something different? The robust Fig Black Pouta is prized for its hardiness and excellent fruit set, making it an ideal choice for both new and experienced gardeners. Whichever variety you select, you’ll enjoy reliable crops with minimal fuss, so you can enjoy the true taste of summer, direct from your garden.

Planting and Growing Black Fig Trees

Black fig trees are well-suited to New Zealand’s varied climates, as long as they’re planted in sunny, well-drained spots. They perform best in areas with warm summers but can also handle cooler conditions with proper care. We recommend planting your tree where it will receive at least six hours of sun each day. Mulching and regular watering during dry spells will help your tree flourish, and a yearly prune will keep it in top shape and productive.

Our team is happy to offer expert advice on getting the best from your black fig, from choosing the right variety to ongoing care.

More Options for Fig and Ficus Lovers

If you enjoy darker-hued or striking foliage plants, take a look at our Ficus Black Knight—an elegant indoor plant with glossy, near-black leaves. For gardeners seeking easy-care hedging or a lush black-accented shrub, our Pittosporum Irish Luck (Black Matipo) offers a touch of native character and year-round interest.

Shop Black Fig Trees Now

Browse our range of black fig trees for sale today and bring home a reliable, productive fruit tree that will delight for generations. Enjoy the unique flavour and rewarding harvest of homegrown figs by selecting from our premium selection, and trust our local expertise for a planting success from season to season.

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.