Domo arigato mr. Rubado

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bigbadbill

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Posted 1445804611	Reply with quote #1

Wow. I just tried a variety "Rubado" that I got from cuttings a few years from Maggie Maria ( for those of you who remember her). I've been waiting a few years for this tree to fruit. It was certainly worth the wait. I had no idea what to expect from it because I hadn't seen much written about it or really any pics of it. It isn't the belle of the ball in the looks department. I wasn't sure what color it was even supposed to be, but the flavor is very unique. It may sound weird, but it kind of tasted artificial. What I mean is it was " ester-y" like. It reminded me of a strawberry lifesaver or jolly rancher I guess from the smell and sweet flavor with an acidic finish. I don't think the acidity was due to any souring as some figs do. I can't be sure since I've only had about five so far, but I really like the flavor and of course it gives me a chance to sing " Mr. Rubado" and annoy my wife. I am trimming the tree today, so I have a good number of...Styx. I may try offering some to our members for a nominal fee, I'll have to double check on how many I have. Attached Images image.jpg (128.34 KB, 69 views) image.jpg (135.58 KB, 67 views) image.jpg (124.31 KB, 61 views) __________________ SE Pa, zone 6b https://www.facebook.com/offthebeatenpathnurseries

Charlie

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Posted 1445805707	Reply with quote #2

Haha! Put me down for a paid Styx-pack if you have extra's Bill. I can paypal you any time. :) __________________ Zone 7A ~ Fort Smith area Arkansas

tylerj

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Posted 1445805935	Reply with quote #3

Looks like a nice one Bill! I love the look of the pulp right to the skin like that. oh and thanks for putting THAT song in my head lol.. __________________ London, Ontario zone 6a Wish List: Martinenca Rimada, Genovese Nero AF, Galicia Negra, Brooklyn White

Brooklynmatty

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Posted 1445810136	Reply with quote #4

That is a funky and interesting looking fig bill. Love ugly figs that taste great, less likely people will randomly pick the fig off tree. If you still have after pruning and sharing, I would be interested in trying to grow this fig out, let me know and I can send you some mulah. __________________ Matt - Long Island - Zone 7B Wishlist: CDD Roja, Planera, CDD Rimada Please use the following thread if your growing my "unknown Sheepshead" to track your progress. http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/saved-brooklyn-tree-unknown-sheepshead-community-growlog-7808733?pid=1290171384

vito12831

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Posted 1445812002	Reply with quote #5

Hi Bill. Thats's a interesting looking fig, I would like to have a fig that tasted like a joly rancher. Keep me in mind for a couple of cuttings. Vito

Hobo62288

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Posted 1445827131	Reply with quote #6

Nice Bill, this is my first time even hearing about this Fig but gotta say, looks absolutely delicious! Congrats, probably nice to have some curve-balls in flavor thrown at ya every once in awhile. __________________ Bryan \| Zone 7 \| NC Wish List: CdDG, CdDN, BM, Barnisotte Gris, KB, LSU Red, Preto

Smyfigs

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Posted 1445872163 · Edited	Reply with quote #7

Bill, funny that there was a song named after that fig tree...lol xD Im sure your wife loves the song:-) Sounds very interesting and I would really like to try it. Would you also put me dow for cuttings, please? I can PM you for details. Thx! __________________ 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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