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When to Plant Fig Tree in New Berlin, Wisconsin (53151)

Location

New Berlin, Wisconsin

ZIP Code

53151

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

πŸ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Saturday, May 23, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Fig Tree directly outdoors 4 weeks after your last frost date β€” it needs warm soil.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Ficus carica
Days to Maturity 1095 days
Mature Height 60-120"
Spread 120"

β˜€οΈ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Low to Moderate

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Spacing

120" apart

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Planting Depth

6" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 21-42 days

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Growing Fig Tree in Zone 5b

Fig Tree (Ficus carica) is a popular garden vegetable. In New Berlin, Wisconsin, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should direct sow seeds around Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Fig Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.