The "Prosciutto" fig is a highly regarded Italian fig variety belonging to the Adriatic family. It is celebrated by home growers for its heavy, reliable crop yields and compact, intensely flavored fruit.
 
Flavor Profile
Flavor Group: Dark Berry
Taste Notes: It features a deep, rich flavor dominated by strawberry and raspberry notes, balanced by a hint of acidity and mild, concentrated sweetness.
Texture: Jammy and pasty with a low-to-moderate seed crunch, and occasionally features a naturally "dried-on-the-tree" chewy mouthfeel.
 
Plant Info & Characteristics
Variety Type: Common (Self-fertile, meaning it does not require the fig wasp to fruit)
Tree Vigor: Vigorous, making it an excellent variety for containers or small backyards
Climate Resistance: Known to handle cooler, wetter weather better than other Adriatic varieties, offering strong split-resistance.
Fruit Size: Medium with a moderately tough skin