Hello to everyone out there in Fig land. :)
I must confess I've never grown figs before, but I am ready to take on the challenge. Whilst still technically in the Ozarks, I am located in a small pocket that is classified as USDA Zone 5b, although sometimes it's closer to 5a, which is what it used to be.
That being said, I'm not afraid of the more tender perennials, and even have lemon trees that consistently produce a decent crop for their size. However I'm having an impossible time finding fig plants/trees in this area. None of the nurseries have them, nor do they plan on ordering any in the future, and I don't know of anyone locally who is growing them, so I am resolved to ordering cuttings on-line. Not that I'm afraid of cuttings, as I've successfully propagated various shrubs and trees from cuttings, but I'd like to make sure that the cuttings I get are the real deal and that I'm buying from reputable sellers, plus I'd like to pick the brains of those of you who live in Zones 5 and colder in order to increase the success rate of growing this fabulous little fruit, if you will so kindly oblige. :)
Oh, and I have another confession. I'm somewhat addicted to growing certain heritage/heirloom species. For example, I have nine varieties of heritage rhubarb and over a dozen varieties of antique heritage apple trees. And I have a feeling the figs are going to be another addiction. But it's all good, right? LOL
Cheers!
~RL~