I have a hardy chicago fig in the ground and I want to try some other varieties in the ground as well, without protection.  I am in zone 7a Eastern Oregon.  In my location I can plant the figs up against a building or I can shelter them from the prevailing winds in the winter, but I can't do both.  Which one of these is more important in getting figs through a cold winter?  This forum has been great to read, thanks in advance for sharing your experience.

take a look http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/really-cold-hardy-figs-7085394?pid=1284355010#post1284355010

Welcome to the forum Berryman, hopefully some members in your area will help you out.

Dave,
Thank you for the link, there was a lot of good information for me.

Waynea,
Thank you for the welcome.