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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 growing in a pot with lush, dark foliage.

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.

From $99.52

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
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Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which are thick, glossy, and near black in colour. The foliage can reach 60 cm tall and the 40 cm wide but is often much less than this when grown as a potted plant.

From $41.33

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 60 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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Fuscospora solandri

Fuscospora solandri (Black Beech) is a distinctive New Zealand native evergreen tree valued for its fine foliage, dense canopy, and strong natural...

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Fruit Tree Fertiliser (Fruit Tree Fertiliser)

Fruiting plants respond well to fruit tree fertiliser with better quality produce, higher yields, and a much healthier and brighter looking plant...

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Coprosma 'Black Cloud' shrub in a garden with black and green foliage.
Coprosma 'Black Cloud' (Black Coprosma)

Coprosma 'Black Cloud' is a striking evergreen shrub valued for its deep near black foliage and compact growth habit. Well suited to New Zealand...

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Black Polythene - 1 m Wide

Black Polythene - 1 m Wide is a practical plastic sheeting option for garden, nursery, and landscaping applications. The black finish helps block...

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Fig 'Mrs Williams'

Fig 'Mrs Williams' is a reliable deciduous fruit tree that produces generous crops of sweet, richly flavoured figs. Its attractive foliage...

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Rhododendron 'Black Magic'

Rhododendron 'Black Magic' is a striking evergreen shrub renowned for its rich, dramatic flowers and glossy dark green foliage. During spring, the...

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Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Black' lush foliage.
Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Black'

Heuchera 'Northern Exposure Black' is a dramatic perennial renowned for its intensely dark foliage that provides exceptional contrast and year round...

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Prumnopitys taxifolia (Matai) juvenile tree growing as a specimen in a park.
Prumnopitys taxifolia (Matai)

Prumnopitys taxifolia, commonly known as Matai or Black Pine, is a stately, NZ native tree with quite different juvenile and adult forms. The...

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Photinia Black Jack dark red foliage.
Photinia 'Black Jack'

Photinia 'Black Jack' is a distinctive evergreen shrub valued for its deep red to burgundy new growth, glossy green mature foliage, and dense...

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A fantastic Titoki tree (Alectryon excelsus) growing as a speciment tree in an urban park.
Alectryon excelsus

Alectryon excelsus, commonly known as the Titoki tree, is a handsome New Zealand native tree valued for its lush, glossy foliage and tidy, rounded...

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2m wide Black Polythene

This polythene is 80 microns thick, very durable, and suits a host of different uses. Please enquire about larger sizes and heavier grades.

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A Laurus nobilis 'Angustifolia' small specimen tree in a garden.
Laurus nobilis angustifolia

Laurus nobilis angustifolia is a variety of Laurel grown for its compact growth habit and elegant foliage. This evergreen tree features lush, dark...

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Fig 'Brunswick'

Fig Brunswick is a popular fig variety known for its large, sweet fruit and reliable performance in New Zealand conditions. It produces green to...

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Camellia 'Black Magic' red flower.
Camellia Black Magic

Camellia 'Black Magic' is a dramatic evergreen shrub known for its deep red, almost black blooms and glossy green foliage. It delivers striking...

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Fig 'Brown Turkey'

Fig Brown Turkey is one of the most popular fig varieties in New Zealand, valued for its reliable crops and sweet, richly flavoured fruit. It...

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Dianthus 'King of the Blacks'

Dianthus 'King of the Blacks' is a striking perennial known for its deep velvety red to near black flowers that create dramatic contrast in New...

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Ophiopogon planiscapus nigrescens (Black Mondo) plants with lush, black foliage.
Ophiopogon japonicus nigrescens

Ophiopogon japonicus nigrescens, commonly known as Black Mondo Grass, is a clump-forming plant with fine, near black foliage. The foliage is...

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Large Phyllostachys nigra (Black Bamboo) plants growing in clumps beside a path.
Phyllostachys nigra

Phyllostachys nigra, commonly known as Black Bamboo, is one of the more elegant and interesting bamboo varieties. It features erect, black stems that...

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PB28 Planter Bags (Christmas Tree Bag)

PB28 Planter Bags are a durable and economical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and other mature nursery stock. Their...

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PB60 Planter Bags (Bag For Xmas Tree)

PB60 Planter Bags are a strong and practical option for growing large trees, shrubs, fruit plants, natives, and advanced nursery stock. Their...

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Camellia 'Black Lace'

Camellia 'Black Lace' is a dramatic evergreen shrub admired for its deep velvety red blooms set against glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from...

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Camellia 'Black Tie'

Camellia 'Black Tie' is a sophisticated evergreen shrub admired for its large formal deep red blooms and glossy dark green foliage. Flowering from...

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Black Doris' plums.
Plum Black Doris

The 'Black Doris' Plum is a popular variety that produces large and firm, purple-black fruit. The flesh is dark red, sweet, and juicy. White blossoms...

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Melia azedarach tree.
Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach (Bead Tree, White Cedar) is a graceful deciduous tree valued for its attractive fern like foliage, fragrant clusters of lilac...

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Ulmus 'Lobel' (Dutch Elm Tree)

Ulmus 'Lobel' is a refined deciduous elm valued for its narrow upright form, dense green foliage, and excellent suitability as an avenue or specimen...

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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

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Tree Fertiliser (Tree Fertiliser)

Using tree fertiliser results in plants having better quality foliage, more profuse flowering, stronger stems, and a much healthier and brighter...

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Jute Tree Tie

Jute Tree Tie is a natural and flexible option for securing young trees to stakes while they establish. The soft material helps reduce rubbing and...

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Cloth Tree Tie

Cloth Tree Ties are a soft, flexible solution for securely supporting young trees and plants while they establish. Made from durable cloth material...

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Ficus 'Black Knight'

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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.

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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.

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