Calvin,
Yes, the proper way to say would be "did not mess with the Nature".
When I was typing, I realized that that fact alone was more interesting than the figs in this thread.
I discovered that the small fig plants (in 1 gals and smaller) really like the consistency and stability. My most vigorous plants are the ones I touch and move the least.
I even tried to experiment!
My observation: a 1 gal fig moved to a sunny spot that was growing happily in a shaded spot dropped the leaves (all or some) to grow the new ones, more adaptable to the bright and hot sun. A 1 gal fig moved from a full sun to a shaded spot did the same! It dropped almost all the leaves and regrew the ones more suitable for the shade, thinner and larger.
It seems some figs were dying because of me. The screamed "leave me alone!!", but I didn't hear .. :(