Chicago Hardy aka Hardy Chicago.
This is one of the most prolific figs to grow in cold areas of the northern U.S. The fall fruits grow on the new canes (stems) that grow during the summer. This means that in cold areas the plant above the ground can die during the winter, but entirely regrow and fruit by the fall. As an exampe, 4 new canes/stems can produce up to 150 figs. Stem hardy to ten degrees F, root hardy to -20 degrees F. Hardiness Zones 5-9 it has become one of the most reliable varieties for cold climate growers.
Often referred to as a Mt. Etna type fig, it produces dark figs with very sweet red pulp. Medium size figs ripening in august into frost.
Cuttings will have a length between 6-10 inches long and contain a minimum of 3 nodes. Thickness will be a minimum of pencil thick. Cuttings will be fully lignified unless otherwise stated.
Fig - Chicago Hardy (Cuttings)
Pollination Requirements: Self-fruitful.
Hardiness: Hardy to between 0° & 5° F.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 8-10 ft in height, smaller with pruning.
Taste: Sweet
Fruit Skin: Green
Fruit Flesh: Purplish-red
USDA Zone Unprotected: 7