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Smyfigs

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Posted 1447551107 · Edited	Reply with quote #1

Today, I drove into a neighborhood where I cane upon a beautiful fig tree with some gorgeous BIG figs! I knocked on the door & the owners told me how happy they were that I asked permission instead of just taking them. They told me it is a Brown Turkey then proceeded to pull off figs. They gave me four figs!! Then I asked the question..."can I get a couple of cuttings"? They looked puzzled so I gave them some info about propegating figs from cuttings so they were fine wuth it. I cut two nice branches:-). Then I said my goodbyes, sped home to savor my BT figs. Let me tell you, these were some deliscious figs!! A sweet honey taste that melts in your mouth! So!! I have several cuttings to exchange. Anyone interested? PM me if you are. Attached Images image.jpeg (805.88 KB, 174 views) image.jpeg (919.44 KB, 164 views) image.jpeg (648.89 KB, 149 views) image.jpeg (275.38 KB, 158 views) __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smyfigs

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Talk about a beautiful fig! Attached Images image.jpeg (479.02 KB, 63 views) __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smungung

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Posted 1447551799	Reply with quote #3

Looks like it's a wonderful fig but i dont know if I can mail to California. __________________ Matthew Mei Age:15 Zone 6A Secaucus, New Jersey Aquarist any questions pertaining to fish shoot me a message always willing to help! :) Gardener Fisherman

dkirtexas

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Posted 1447551891	Reply with quote #4

Good looking fig, I don't think it is a Brown Turkey. __________________ Thx, glad to be here Danny K "EL CAZADOR DE HIGO" Waskom Tx Zone 7B/8 Wish list: anything anyone wants me to have. LSU RED. Any LSU fig.

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447552136	Reply with quote #5

Quote: Originally Posted by Smungung Looks like it's a wonderful fig but i dont know if I can mail to California. I know....i wish __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447552202	Reply with quote #6

Quote: Originally Posted by dkirtexas Good looking fig, I don't think it is a Brown Turkey. Really? The owners told me they planted it and it was a BT. What do you think it is? __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Figgysid1

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Posted 1447552358 · Edited	Reply with quote #7

Quote: Originally Posted by dkirtexas Good looking fig, I don't think it is a Brown Turkey. Not like that's a bad things. Looks 10x better than any brown turkey I have seen. Sorry I changed my post to just this, I was just very confident that it is not any of the 3 brown turkey figs varieties I have, as I have over 300 brown turkey fig trees and have been growing brown turkey figs for 10 years now. I will just post a pic of them here so you can see mine. I see now that california brown turkey is not anything close to mine and I did not know that it was a unique variety, and not just a regular brown turkey type grown in california. __________________ (Zone 12a) Big Island, Hawaii, 2,400 ft elevation, Fern Forest. Avg. July High 77,Avg.Jan.Low 56 Precipitation days 290, annual rainfall 201.80 inches.

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447552874	Reply with quote #8

Quote: Originally Posted by dkirtexas Good looking fig, I don't think it is a Brown Turkey. So I compared to online pics of the leaves & fig and it sure looks JUST like a BT! The owners said they planted it three years ago so based on the fact that it's recent, I think it's less likely they both firgot. Both husband and wife said the same thing to me. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447555314	Reply with quote #9

Quote: Originally Posted by Figgysid1 Quote: Originally Posted by dkirtexas Good looking fig, I don't think it is a Brown Turkey. Not like that's a bad things. Looks 10x better than any brown turkey I have seen. Well, I really was impressed at how beautiful the figs were...every single one was gorgeous! And so delicious. It almost looks like a Bourjosette Noir. My knowledge is limited as I am new at this. In any case, an excellent fig! __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447556788	Reply with quote #10

Wow, Figgysid, it does look just like it! Its puzzling to me since both husband & wife said it was a BT. Okay but the good news is that I got their cell & email! And, they are only a few miles from me! __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Iowafig

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Posted 1447557375	Reply with quote #11

I read the noir de berbatane has a meaty texture and has berry tones to the flavor. Meg you said it has a honey flavor that melts in your mouth.. It looks like a great fig. Chad

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447557652	Reply with quote #12

Yes, I thought it was a great sweetness like honey. Im new at figs & my description may be too simplistic. Either way, this fig was both delicious & beautiful. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Charlie

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Posted 1447558996	Reply with quote #13

It's fairly common for figs to be labeled wrong. Some folks I know have been calling their Brunswick a BT for fifteen years. Looks like you have a good one there Meg. :) __________________ Zone 7A ~ Fort Smith area Arkansas

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447563855	Reply with quote #14

Thanks, Charlie. I wish I could have gotten a few more figs from them. The tree had tons of figs! Well, beggers can'tbe choosers. They gave me four figs AND let me take cuttings so that was nice of them. I have their number & email as well. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smyfigs

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Posted 1447573865	Reply with quote #15

Thats good then. Weird that people are so sure (and I was too) but I suppose errors happen. Thx for the examples, Figgysid. That really made me wonder. Three people actually said it wasnt a BT. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

greenfig

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Posted 1447607592	Reply with quote #16

It looks like a pollinated fig, a BT in CA is not your average BT from PA, it is superb over here. I am not saying the fig in this thread IS a BT, just saying that a BT is a good fig when caprified. __________________ wish list: Violeta, Calderona. USDA z 10a, SoCal

Jodi

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Posted 1447615560	Reply with quote #17

Oh how great Meg. This looks like the brown turkey I am familiar with here in the Verde Valley. My friend Daisy from Bolivia has a 9 year old brown turkey that produces enough figs for her to supply 3 farmers's markets for the summer weekly from her one tree. It is amazing. I wish I knew how to post a pic from my phone. It is huge. I love your story about meeting the owners of the tree. We are getting the last of our figs here as it is dropping below freezing now. Happy figging, Jodi __________________ In the book the "The Meaning of Trees" it is said the fig regulates the heart and that the true essence of Figs is...food for the soul. Daisy's IBT cuttings will be available in January/February along with a few Lampeira Parda. Wishes for Martinenca Rimada, Black Ischia, I258, CddRoja, Jolly Tiger, Your favorite Figgy! Zone 8a Camp Verde AZ

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Posted 1447616525	Reply with quote #18

The eye of the green unripe fig in the first pictures is not red, they eye/ostiole of unripe fig in the link to Leon's figs is undeniably red. Not NdB, and as Igor just stated a pollinated fig will look much different than unpollinated. That's all. __________________ Calvin Littleton,CO z5/6 Wants List: For everyone to clean-up after themselves and co-exist peacefully. Let's think more about the future of our planet and less about ourselves. :)

Smungung

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Posted 1447619266	Reply with quote #19

Does the tree make better figs if it's pollenated because there are viable seeds? __________________ Matthew Mei Age:15 Zone 6A Secaucus, New Jersey Aquarist any questions pertaining to fish shoot me a message always willing to help! :) Gardener Fisherman

Smyfigs

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Quote: Originally Posted by Figgysid1 Quote: Originally Posted by dkirtexas Good looking fig, I don't think it is a Brown Turkey. Not like that's a bad things. Looks 10x better than any brown turkey I have seen. Sorry I changed my post to just this, I was just very confident that it is not any of the 3 brown turkey figs varieties I have, as I have over 300 brown turkey fig trees and have been growing brown turkey figs for 10 years now. I will just post a pic of them here so you can see mine. I see now that california brown turkey is not anything close to mine and I did not know that it was a unique variety, and not just a regular brown turkey type grown in california. Yes Figgysid, I see why u made that distinction. And, Greenfin's point makes sense to me too. Smugung's question is good. DOES it make difference if pollinated? __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

LJFiggy

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Posted 1451432045	Reply with quote #21

Please keep us updated, Meg! That is one perfect looking fig, inside and out. And I love the purplish shade against the green foliage. I really hope you'll be able to get a few more cuttings~ maybe the owners would even want to trade for cuttings of something else you're growing?... LJ __________________ ~New to growing figs, I currently have tiny fig plants which are supposedly Little Ruby, Violette de Bordeaux, Desert King, and Petite Negri. I hope these were accurately labeled! Now rooting LSU Gold and Purple, Celeste, Panache, Peter's Honey, and Unknown Varieties from cuttings, thanks to generous forum members. Figs on my current wish list (along with any others recommended): Osborne Prolific, Battaglia Green, Smith, Kadota, Italian Honey, Atreano, Verte or Green Ischia, Panache, Peter's Honey, Black Madeira, Smith, Noir de Caromb, etc. ~

Smyfigs

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Posted 1451943525	Reply with quote #22

Hello, Joy: I will definitely post an update on this one! I intended to drive to this property on the weekend but came down with a cold and just couldn't get myself there. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

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Posted 1451953435	Reply with quote #23

Quote: Originally Posted by Smyfigs Hello, Joy: I will definitely post an update on this one! I intended to drive to this property on the weekend but came down with a cold and just couldn't get myself there. ~i would love some of them cuttings but have nothing now to trade~ __________________

Smyfigs

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Posted 1451953695	Reply with quote #24

It's a tree near my home. The owners were very nice and I'm sure they would let me take a few more cuttings. Send me a PM... __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

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Quote: Originally Posted by Smyfigs Hello, Joy: I will definitely post an update on this one! I intended to drive to this property on the weekend but came down with a cold and just couldn't get myself there. Aww.....take good care of yourself, okay? :) Maybe some warm tea and a hot bowl of homemade soup would help. Hope you feel better soon, and i'm looking forward to your update.... p.s. Weather here has been cold, brrr....so i'm waiting a few days for it to warm up before doing my own investigative trek on the fig tree in my vicinity. :) __________________ ~New to growing figs, I currently have tiny fig plants which are supposedly Little Ruby, Violette de Bordeaux, Desert King, and Petite Negri. I hope these were accurately labeled! Now rooting LSU Gold and Purple, Celeste, Panache, Peter's Honey, and Unknown Varieties from cuttings, thanks to generous forum members. Figs on my current wish list (along with any others recommended): Osborne Prolific, Battaglia Green, Smith, Kadota, Italian Honey, Atreano, Verte or Green Ischia, Panache, Peter's Honey, Black Madeira, Smith, Noir de Caromb, etc. ~

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Posted 1452002278	Reply with quote #26

Alanmercieca!!! Your second photo looks exactly like it!!! OMG! Where did you get yours & where can I read more about it? __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smyfigs

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Posted 1452008144	Reply with quote #27

I believe it was PeteC who traded cuttings with me. Though im not sure if the cuttings i sent him took. Maybe he will respond. I am just in the beginning stages of starting my cuttings and these will be part of my first batch. I'll post pics. Also, when I talk with the owners agsin, I'll ask what type of nursery & cultural background the owner is or if they know anything more. Maybe i can get more clues. More details when I get them... __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Jodi

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Posted 1452008516	Reply with quote #28

Oh how interesting Meg. Who knew figging involved sluthing too! It will be fascinating to c how this neighborhood BT of yours compares to Daisys IBT I shared with you. Let me know if you get cuttings of the new one to share. I'd love to work with it too. Looks like an amazing figgy too. ;-) __________________ In the book the "The Meaning of Trees" it is said the fig regulates the heart and that the true essence of Figs is...food for the soul. Daisy's IBT cuttings will be available in January/February along with a few Lampeira Parda. Wishes for Martinenca Rimada, Black Ischia, I258, CddRoja, Jolly Tiger, Your favorite Figgy! Zone 8a Camp Verde AZ

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Posted 1452012790	Reply with quote #29

Hey, Jodi! Yes, it would be interesting to compare both, right? Absolutely, I'll put you on my list for cuttings when I get them. Would you mind sending me a PM just so I remember when I look through? By the way, I love your statement "in the book the "The Meaning of Trees"...beautiful! __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

PeterC

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Posted 1452024320 · Edited	Reply with quote #30

might be another Peter here, we have not exchanged yet. I have two established trees and I dont know for sure what they are, one might be either Brown Turkey or a MT Etna type and the other is a delicious white fig also not sure the name. __________________ Growing: Sal's Corleone, Brooklyn Unknown, Peters Honey, White Kadoda, Brown Turkey, Black Mission, Deanna, Green Irchia, Hollier, Sals E Wanted: A very cold hardy fig, Hardy Chicago or Celeste Zone 7 Long Island

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Quote: Originally Posted by Smyfigs Hey, Jodi! Yes, it would be interesting to compare both, right? Absolutely, I'll put you on my list for cuttings when I get them. Would you mind sending me a PM just so I remember when I look through? By the way, I love your statement "in the book the "The Meaning of Trees"...beautiful! An unrelated (sort of!) question: I see you have an Italian 258. Is it doing well in Zone 8a? I live in an 8a in Georgia and am thinking about that cultivar. What do you think? Joe, Athens, GA __________________ Athens, GA USA Zone 7b My young trees in the ground and in pots: Brown Turkey, White Triana JM, Magnolia, Strawberry Verte, Violette de Bordeaux, Panache, UK Brooklyn Dark JP, Ronde de Bordeaux. Wish list: St Rita

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Posted 1452027017 · Edited	Reply with quote #32

Thanks PeterC...can't remember all the names too well and going back through my PMs is a bit time consuming but thanks for confirming it wasn't you. I am so looking forward to a good fig in spring when things start warming up. There are plenty of trees nearby too. Your unknowns look pretty good. I wish I could find out what these two might be...I posted this with hope someone could guess. The one that really intrigues me is the light wood tree (images 1-5). I just have seen it over many years just hanging with fruit but never have tasted it. Many large branches hang over and the figs fall on the sidewalk. This year, I will be picking them. It is a neglected tree that until recently no one cared about. I went there several days ago to pick cuttings and now it looks like someone is tending to it though its behind an apartment complex so it is not anyone's tree so to speak. Let me know what you think...anyone else...please give me your opinion. Joe, I'm so sorry...I don't have an I258. That is my WISH list! I modified it and obviously I forgot to type "WISH" back in there. Thanks for catching my error.! Attached Images 1.jpg (58.05 KB, 13 views) 3.JPG (42.04 KB, 13 views) 5.jpg (48.23 KB, 12 views) 4.JPG (49.09 KB, 17 views) 8.JPG (49.43 KB, 18 views) 10.JPG (40.40 KB, 18 views) __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

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Posted 1452030683	Reply with quote #33

Quote: Originally Posted by Smyfigs Thanks PeterC...can't remember all the names too well and going back through my PMs is a bit time consuming but thanks for confirming it wasn't you. I am so looking forward to a good fig in spring when things start warming up. There are plenty of trees nearby too. Your unknowns look pretty good. I wish I could find out what these two might be...I posted this with hope someone could guess. The one that really intrigues me is the light wood tree (images 1-5). I just have seen it over many years just hanging with fruit but never have tasted it. Many large branches hang over and the figs fall on the sidewalk. This year, I will be picking them. It is a neglected tree that until recently no one cared about. I went there several days ago to pick cuttings and now it looks like someone is tending to it though its behind an apartment complex so it is not anyone's tree so to speak. Let me know what you think...anyone else...please give me your opinion. Joe, I'm so sorry...I don't have an I258. That is my WISH list! I modified it and obviously I forgot to type "WISH" back in there. Thanks for catching my error.! :-) oops! didn't mean to point out an error. My bad! Joe __________________ Athens, GA USA Zone 7b My young trees in the ground and in pots: Brown Turkey, White Triana JM, Magnolia, Strawberry Verte, Violette de Bordeaux, Panache, UK Brooklyn Dark JP, Ronde de Bordeaux. Wish list: St Rita

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Lol...Joe. It's good you did because I corrected it now. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

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Posted 1453087079	Reply with quote #35

So! Yesterday I got a call from the owners of the "Not so much like a BT" tree near my home. He said, cone over tomorrow and get some cuttings! These people are just so nice. The wife Collene had home-made ginger fig jam, plum jam AND dehydrated figs waiting for me!!! Unbelievably kind people. In return, i am giving her a plumeria cutting, lemons, corn seeds and my Mary Washington asparagus seeds :-). He cut and I kept picking up :-) It's been a great day and not just because I got free cuttings but because I was touched by the kindness of others who dont even know me. As with people here on this group who have beren so very kind to me (THANK YOU!), I am truly blessed!! I have a good batch of cuttings maybe for 10 people. I know i promised 4 people cuttings so I have enough for another six who want for them fir price of postage. First come... Attached Images image.jpeg (410.58 KB, 25 views) image.jpeg (888.98 KB, 25 views) __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Joe_Athens1945

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Posted 1453087477	Reply with quote #36

Oooh...you have a plumeria. I have one that has been growing in a pot on my patio for 2 seasons now. Sleeps in my garage in the winter. Bloomsnext year I hope! __________________ Athens, GA USA Zone 7b My young trees in the ground and in pots: Brown Turkey, White Triana JM, Magnolia, Strawberry Verte, Violette de Bordeaux, Panache, UK Brooklyn Dark JP, Ronde de Bordeaux. Wish list: St Rita

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Quote: Originally Posted by Smyfigs So! Yesterday I got a call from the owners of the "Not so much like a BT" tree near my home. He said, cone over tomorrow and get some cuttings! These people are just so nice. The wife Collene had home-made ginger fig jam, plum jam AND dehydrated figs waiting for me!!! Unbelievably kind people. In return, i am giving her a plumeria cutting, lemons, corn seeds and my Mary Washington asparagus seeds :-). He cut and I kept picking up :-) It's been a great day and not just because I got free cuttings but because I was touched by the kindness of others who dont even know me. As with people here on this group who have beren so very kind to me (THANK YOU!), I am truly blessed!! I have a good batch of cuttings maybe for 10 people. I know i promised 4 people cuttings so I have enough for another six who want for them fir price of postage. First come... What a wonderful experience with the owners! They sound truly kind and giving.... The weather here has gone from rain to bone chilling cold for a few days, but it's supposed to be warming up at which time I WILL go on my own first fig tree expedition. I haven't forgotten our (hopeful) trade! __________________ ~New to growing figs, I currently have tiny fig plants which are supposedly Little Ruby, Violette de Bordeaux, Desert King, and Petite Negri. I hope these were accurately labeled! Now rooting LSU Gold and Purple, Celeste, Panache, Peter's Honey, and Unknown Varieties from cuttings, thanks to generous forum members. Figs on my current wish list (along with any others recommended): Osborne Prolific, Battaglia Green, Smith, Kadota, Italian Honey, Atreano, Verte or Green Ischia, Panache, Peter's Honey, Black Madeira, Smith, Noir de Caromb, etc. ~

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Posted 1453147468 · Edited	Reply with quote #38

Joe: Yes, I have a couple of cuttings that I'm growing. Sounds like you like Plumerias too :-) Alanamerica: The owners bought the tree at a nursery so it could have been either mislabeled. They have many fruit trees on their property. And, I asked them again about the age of the tree and they corrected and said its been much longer than just a few years as they previously thought. It could be 6 or 7 years old but dont remember the nursery. However, we have plans to getvtogether and can some fruit & veggies so I will tickle her (Colleen's) memory as we talk to see if there is anymore info she remembers. Very interesting info you have posted here! I noticed that this fig has a very short neck too as I read in one of the Turkey fig descriptions...somewhere. Yes, Overseas shipping would not work. However, I now have some cuttings and will test this tree to see how it does for others and I will surely keep you and the group informed. Weight: not sure but this is a BIG fig. I downloaded a scale app for my iPhone but it didnt seem to work very well. So, rather than just guess, I'll wait for good fruit to come from my new found friends, Dan & Colleen when I'll have a real scale. Also, I ate two figs while i was there and although they were far from ripe, even at the soft stage, they were pretty good. The pics below show the short neck. I placed this fig on a table spoon for size comparison (no quarter). Joy: have a great time fig hunting!! I'll wait to see your posts. And, yes, I have cuttings for you :-D! Attached Images image.jpeg (518.20 KB, 26 views) image.jpeg (675.21 KB, 23 views) __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

brianm

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Posted 1453149292	Reply with quote #39

California Brown Turkey. Great when pollinated. __________________ Wish list: Galicia Negra,UC Davis Black Ischia, Maltese Raven

Smyfigs

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Posted 1453218040 · Edited	Reply with quote #40

Hmmm, okay...not sure at this point but I definitely would like to find out the name of the nursery. The owners are super nice people and I'm sure we'll get together again. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

snaglpus

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Posted 1453225359	Reply with quote #41

For those who think Meg's fig pictures are NOT brown Turkey, think again (smile). Meg's pictures come from a tree in southern California (correct me if I'm wrong Meg). Southern Ca has the fig wasp. Those figs look exact like the figs in the orchard of UC Davis labeled Brown Turkey. This is not a bad thing! Brown Turkey figs are very rich tasting and super sweet! They will look different and taste different if pollinated by the wasp. Brown Turkey figs are almost black due to the long sunny hot days there. All common figs look and taste completely different when pollinated by the wasp. I wish everyone here had the opportunity to taste caprified figs by the wasp. If so, you will see why Californians that moving to the East Coast rant and rave about Brown Turkey figs. One taste and you will see! Nice find Meg! Good job! __________________ Dennis Charlotte, North Carolina/Zone 8a

chucklikestofish

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Posted 1453228951	Reply with quote #42

Quote: Originally Posted by snaglpus For those who think Meg's fig pictures are NOT brown Turkey, think again (smile). Meg's pictures come from a tree in southern California (correct me if I'm wrong Meg). Southern Ca has the fig wasp. Those figs look exact like the figs in the orchard of UC Davis labeled Brown Turkey. This is not a bad thing! Brown Turkey figs are very rich tasting and super sweet! They will look different and taste different if pollinated by the wasp. Brown Turkey figs are almost black due to the long sunny hot days there. All common figs look and taste completely different when pollinated by the wasp. I wish everyone here had the opportunity to taste caprified figs by the wasp. If so, you will see why Californians that moving to the East Coast rant and rave about Brown Turkey figs. One taste and you will see! Nice find Meg! Good job! ~IS THERE THAT MUCH DIFF IN TASTE FROM A BROWN TURKEY THE WASP POLLINATED AND THE ONES HERE THAT DIDN'T GET POLLINATED , JUST CURIOUS WHAT IS THE DIFF ,BETTER TASTE ,SWEETER ??~ __________________

snaglpus

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Posted 1453230683	Reply with quote #43

Chuck, the figs are larger, sweeter, richer, larger seeds, and usually darker in color if in a hot climate. In CA, both the Calfornia Brown Turkey and the plain Brown Turkey taste freaking amazing!!!! And so is Zidi! Zidi is large, super sweet, super rich and absolutely amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Monrovia Brown Turkey is pretty much tasteless in my climate. The figs are large yes, but the eye is so wide open. I'm sure if the figs were pollinated by the wasp they would be 10x better in all categories. The Petal from the Past Brown Turkey on the other hand would probably be sweeter, larger, and much richer if it was in pollinated by the wasp. __________________ Dennis Charlotte, North Carolina/Zone 8a

snaglpus

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Posted 1453230933	Reply with quote #44

Hey Chuck! Look at the pictures of Golden Celeste at UC Davis! Here are pics! http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/uc-davis-trip-golden-celeste-6001645?pid=1274917991 Caprification completely changed the color, size and taste of this fig. Jon noticed it too! __________________ Dennis Charlotte, North Carolina/Zone 8a

chucklikestofish

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Posted 1453233711	Reply with quote #45

Quote: Originally Posted by snaglpus Hey Chuck! Look at the pictures of Golden Celeste at UC Davis! Here are pics! http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/uc-davis-trip-golden-celeste-6001645?pid=1274917991 Caprification completely changed the color, size and taste of this fig. Jon noticed it too! ~i did look dennis wow they look great ,thanks for info and sharing i didn't have a clue about this ,i didn't even know we had fig wasps in this country anywhere~ __________________

Smyfigs

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Posted 1453237003	Reply with quote #46

Thanks for your input, Dennis and, that is correct! This tree is in So Cal...where I live. I am beginning to understand what an important role the caprification process is for our fig trees. Wow! __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

thepodpiper

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Posted 1453613127	Reply with quote #47

Meg, I tried to send a response to your PM but it says your not accepting PM's ? __________________ GARDEN PICS http://s117.photobucket.com/user/thepodpiper/library/?sort=3&page=1

Smyfigs

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Posted 1453613223	Reply with quote #48

Hmmm, really? I dont know why. I just got a PM around 5:00. Sorry! I will look to see whats going on. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

Smyfigs

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Posted 1453835759	Reply with quote #49

So what do you think about this post by Ercan? He is showing a Turkish fig and it is exactly like the one I found, which is above his. Just wondering. __________________ Meg-Hardiness Zone 10a Looking for... Socorro Blk Wuhan Jolly Tiger Lamperia Preta Herschtetten St. Jean Black Ischia "The best way to show my gratitude is to accept everything, even my problems, with joy." ~ Mother Teresa "Do not pass by a man in need for you may be the hand of God to him." ~Proverbs 3:27~ "He performs wonders that cannot be fathomed, miracles that cannot be counted." ~Job 5:4

chucklikestofish

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Posted 1453838035	Reply with quote #50

Quote: Originally Posted by Smyfigs So what do you think about this post by Ercan? He is showing a Turkish fig and it is exactly like the one I found, which is above his. Just wondering. ~ B E L L E ~! __________________

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