A new and distinct variety of fig tree which is denominated varietally as ‘S-49’ is described, and which further produces an attractively colored fig which is ripe for harvesting and shipment of a second crop during late July and early August under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.

The new fig tree variety  S-49 produces large, red-purple, to purple skinned figs of the common type. The new fig tree is  characterized by a growth characteristic where the tree is of smaller than average stature, and which further displays a precocious growth habit, and is further a productive, and regular bearer of fruit. The new fig tree produces two crops, both the Breba , or first crop, and the productive, second, or Main crop . The fruit eye of the fruit produced by the S-49 fig tree is small to medium in size thereby restricting the entrance of many insects that could cause internal decay. Still further, the fruit skin and meat is moderately thick and durable. This makes the fruit very Suitable for packing and shipping as a fresh-market product. In addition to the foregoing, the fruit pulp is an attractive strawberry-red color, has a fine texture, and is  further considered sweet and rich in flavor. The fruit produced by the new variety of fig tree appears to hold its large size later into the season than other commercial varieties of fig trees, thus extending the season for prime size, and quality fresh figs when other fig varieties are not commonly available.

S-49 Fig Patent