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Can You Grow Fig in New Hampshire?

US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a

Won't grow here

Figs are tender and will not survive your winters outdoors — but they grow beautifully in containers.

Plant zones

7a–11b

New Hampshire last frost

early April

New Hampshire first frost

late October

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Fig

Figs are drought-tolerant productive trees that thrive in warm climates and can be container-grown in cold zones.

In Zone 7-8 plant against a south-facing wall for heat and wind protection. In cold zones grow in containers and bring indoors for winter. Figs fruit on new wood — minimal pruning needed.

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Gardening in New Hampshire

New Hampshire has a humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; northern mountains are Zone 4a-5a. Short growing seasons but productive for cool-season crops and berries.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Fig in New Hampshire?

Figs are tender and will not survive your winters outdoors — but they grow beautifully in containers.

What zone is New Hampshire?

New Hampshire spans USDA Zone 5b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a).

When do you plant Figs in New Hampshire?

See the planting guide for Fig — timing depends on your exact frost date.