Amarcord
Ficus carica ‘Amarcord’About
Amarcord is a rare, highly sought-after French variety discovered in Aiguillon, Lot-et-Garonne, France, and introduced to the fig world by Thierry Demarquest. Known for its large, squat, or oblate shape, it is characterized by intense, dark red pulp, a cracked purple-green exterior, and high moisture resistance. It is a very early ripening variety, often described as a dwarf type, making it ideal for compact spaces.
Growing Notes
- Very early ripening — one of the first varieties to produce each season.
- Dwarf habit makes it ideal for containers and compact spaces.
- High moisture resistance — holds up well in humid conditions.
- Cracked purple-green exterior is normal at ripeness; harvest when skin splits and pulp is deep red.
- Cold-sensitive — protect below −5 °C (23 °F).
My Notes
Newly added, can’t wait to fruit and try. Excited about this variety.
Where to Find Amarcord
Mislabeled figs are the collector’s oldest problem, and you usually don’t find out until the tree finally fruits years later. I list my own cuttings on Figstead — a marketplace I built and run, because I had been on the buying end of that problem too many times. That is also why the bar to sell there is where it is: 150+ verified sales at a 98%+ positive feedback rating before a seller is approved, and accountability for true-to-type accuracy resting on the seller personally. I sell under the same standard I set.
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