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Stallion Information
Stallion
https://www.figdatabase.com/variety-details/1838/stallion
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Possible Synonyms / AKA:
Blue Celeste
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Introduced By:
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Origin:
U.S.A. -
Main Flavor Group:
Sugar - Provides a concentrated sweetness that is both bold and satisfying. It delivers a lush, syrupy flavor with a lingering richness, making each bite taste intensely sweet and full-bodied. -
Family Group:
Celeste -
Fig Type:
Common - Self fertile and will grow anywhere conditions are suitable -
Cold Hardy:
Yes -
Container Variety:
Yes -
Easy Rooting:
Excellent -
Main Season:
early -
Availability:
Difficult -
Breba Crop:
No -
Seed Crunch:
non -
Eye:
closed -
Skin Toughness:
soft -
Fruit Size:
Small -
Rain Resistance:
Excellent -
Tree Vigor:
Vigorous -
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Description
The Stallion fig is an intriguing and somewhat mysterious variety, often speculated to be a Black Celeste or a closely related mutation of the classic Celeste fig. It has gained attention among collectors and fig enthusiasts due to its dark skin, exceptional sweetness, and resilience, making it a standout among small, high-sugar figs.
The exact origins of the Stallion fig are unclear, but some growers believe it to be either a Sport (natural mutation) of Celeste or simply a rebranded Black Celeste. Since Celeste itself has numerous variants and regional adaptations, Stallion could be one of these naturally occurring selections that gained a distinct identity over time. Despite its somewhat Unknown history, growers praise its strong fruiting habit and ability to withstand challenging weather conditions.
Like Celeste and Black -celeste"> Black Celeste, Stallion is a Common Fig , meaning it does not require fig Wasp pollination to set fruit. This makes it an ideal variety for growers outside of Wasp zones.
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eboone From Zone 6 On Aug 18 2020
This fig was reportedly found at an abandoned home site on the Stallion AFB in New Mexico. Some have said it is a 'Blue Celeste' but without genetics we will never know, the background history is lost. This is the smallest fig I have grown, but very tasty. It does taste a lot like Celeste, I think, though I have no ripe Celeste to compare. The three figs in the main photo were the first harvested from my plant and weighed 8, 9 and 12 grams. It seems relatively early for me. Has a strong sweet flavor with some berry overtones.submitted by eboone



