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few questions about cuttings

I had 4 cuttings in march and 3 of them have rooted and grown quite well. One however got some mold around the base, it was in an odd pot and I figured out why it happened, but now I am trying to save it, did not have barley any roots and so I wanted to know if i should wrap it up (similar to how I got them to root and let it see if it can get more roots, or if it is a gonner now, it has no leaves.
My 2nd question is about fertlilization and Ph, what is the right type of fertilizer to use and does the Ph need to be more acidic or alkaline for the soil, for when I repot them to larger container. 

Jennifer.
If I were you I'd throw it out and get more cuttings. In my experience once a cutting has been through getting mold and failing once it isn't going to recover and root -- but -- that is just my opinion. There is no harm in trying another method. Cut the bottom off and stick it in the dirt outside or . . . or . . . or . . .
pH should be close to 7. Figs don't like things too acidic. Fertilizer is a question with many answers. I fertilize with bunny poo and kelp and ground up fish. I also add all sorts of things to replenish micronutrients. Just look for any good quality fertilizer and use it in a very diluted mixture. There is no perfect answer here. Osmocote is good. Even Miracle Grow will work if you dilute it about twice what the label says (or more). Just try and remember you want the fig to have access to a lot of micronutrients. 

Michael is right. Once they mold they are toast

Jennifer,
I also agree with Michael on what to do with the odd cutting.

There are many answers and opinions when it comes to fertilizers, there is no "right type" its based on personal preference. But the pH of potting mix for cuttings should be slightly acidic. The acidity retards the growth of microbes and promotes better absorption of nutrients. Fig trees can grow in a wide range of pH, and most plants including figs are able to absorb more nutrients in a range on the acidic side of neutral pH (7).
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Containerized plants need Macro and Micro nutrients for healthy growth.  Miracle-Gro All purpose is proven to work for young potted figs and provide most of the necessary nutrients. The recommended dosage for older plants is 1 tablespoon / Gallon of water. I use it at 1/3 strength, 1 teaspoon / gallon of water for rooted cuttings up to 1 gallon containers. I have also been experimenting with fertigation (watering only with dilute fertilizer) at a dose of 1 teaspoon / gallon of water with an added 1/4 teaspoon of Epsom Salt (Magnesium) and have had very good results with cuttings and older trees.
Good Luck.


Thanks very much everyone that helps, and yes sometimes I need to know when to just say goodbye, I think your right about the cutting! 

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