White Algeria originates from Algeria, a country along the Mediterranean coast of North Africa. It likely traces back centuries, selected from local landraces cultivated in arid to semi-arid regions.
The White Algeria fig is a beautiful, honey-sweet variety with pale skin and amber-pink flesh. this fig thrives in hot, dry, and coastal Mediterranean climates.
Fruit Characteristics
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Skin Color: Pale yellow-green to creamy white when ripe; sometimes develops a light golden blush in full sun
Flesh Color: Amber to light strawberry-pink interior
Size: Medium to large (40–70 grams)
Shape: Rounded to oblong, often slightly flattened at the base
Flavor: Very sweet, honey-like, often with mild fig and melon notes; low acidity
Texture: Smooth, juicy pulp with thin skin and soft seeds
Aroma: Delicate, fruity scent when ripe
Sugar Content: High Brix when fully ripened on the tree
Split Resistance: Moderate; can split in very wet conditions due to thin skin
Growing Tips
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Prefers full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily)
Needs well-drained soil
Water once or twice daily
Fertilise it weekly (Try some of our recommended fertilisers)
