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1397181570

	Subject: PIX: spring progress.	Replies: 9
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 410

Watch out for Rafed !

1397147495

	Subject: help with pruning please	Replies: 4
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 318

Prune to desired height , prune so branch does not cross over each other , prune branches that grow in toward center, prune low branches to ground, prune the very long branches that are dipping down and knock of last years figs.

Thats a start and don't be alarmed as fig trees grow back limbs and pruning will be a yearly thing
to keep tree in check .

Also make sure fingers are not in the way as that really really hurts when pruning.

1397146841

	Subject: Fig Tree Mauled (again)	Replies: 38
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,590

Good luck and hope things work out.

1397144926

	Subject: My tiny trees!	Replies: 8
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 527

Your pictures look nice thanks for sharing them on the forum.
Good luck with them.

1397137484

	Subject: PIX: USDA/UCD Ischia Black so far.	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 497

I meant not mature for the figs . ; )
Example had several ripe figs last season off 2 season old plant but it does not show
but a leaf or 2 with the thumbs .

Looking at Hermans it seems those will eventually be the dominant leaf .

1397137205

	Subject: does anyone keep fig journal?	Replies: 23
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 701

I was sloppy when handwriteing and disorganized .

1397137101

	Subject: Cappicola and Sopressata	Replies: 87
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 2,525

Forgot to add sun dried tomatoes.
Getting hungry as i do not eat morning meals.

1397137008

	Subject: does anyone keep fig journal?	Replies: 23
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 701

Use to years ago but no longer as i enjoy taking dated pictures which tell me things i need to know.
Then after season ends i take off computer and put on dated disk.

1397136872

	Subject: OT Heartbleed bug- do you need to change your passwords	Replies: 3
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 325

Its a buggie PC world !

1397136756

	Subject: Cappicola and Sopressata	Replies: 87
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 2,525

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sas

There's always some new Italian Gourmet food to discover !

The first time I've ever tried Prosciutto was after I watched an episode of the Sopranos. I had never heard of Prosciutto before. Now I'm wondering about Cappicola and Sopressata!

Now Rich mentioned Pancetta!

Of the four which is the best?

There all good , personally i favor all of them. lol

Aged Asiago cheese to go along with the Sopressata sandwhich or a Cappicola
sandwhich is nice.

The Di Parma brand Prosciutto is our favorite at deli.
Here its about 18.00 a pound.

Homemade Cappicola and Sopressata is wonderful !

Vito would make a nice neighbor !

1397132681

	Subject: PIX: USDA/UCD Ischia Black so far.	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 497

Quote:

Originally Posted by bullet08
so, how long before IB matures? it seems like the "thumb" only shows after it matures.

Not sure i do know Herman's is at least 8 years old mine is not mature .

1397131789

	Subject: Fig Tree on TV	Replies: 8
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 398

Yessssssssss
I think it was few seasons back on amazing race or some other program as i posted about it .

Wait no it was on the series the mentalist perhaps when they were in like a yard setting at a table
talking and it was off to the side it was recorded on our Tv and i kept backwinding it
as the wife just shook her head.

1397131676

	Subject: Cappicola and Sopressata	Replies: 87
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 2,525

Vito Vito Vito !
Biteing my fore finger.

1397131504

	Subject: Brebas Early in April	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 648

Breba here will drop because of the cold it seems.

1397131418

	Subject: Fertilizer question	Replies: 25
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,450

I will stick to the ole program. ; )

1397131335

	Subject: 2014 Season - Douglassville, PA	Replies: 190
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 9,325

Yes its a about time some warmer weather sets in !

1397091055

	Subject: Hello	Replies: 26
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 718

Also welcome to the forum.

1397091015

	Subject: OT: GodFellas is on IFC	Replies: 6
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 311

GODFellas? lol

Sorry could not help myself , back to the Hockey game.

1397090873

	Subject: PIX: USDA/UCD Ischia Black so far.	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 497

Here is one on my UcDavis Ischia Black plant its the only one but i can see how they will change similar to Hemans as it matures.

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Ischia_Black_UcDavis_23.jpg.jpg (54582, 17 views)

1397090607

	Subject: PIX: USDA/UCD Ischia Black so far.	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 497

This is Hermans picture of inground UcDavis Ischia Black posted in old thread.
Notice the lobes.

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Hermans_Ischia_Black_1.JPG (120388, 30 views)

1397090245

	Subject: Trying the Root Riot Method - updated 22 May	Replies: 37
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,471

Kudo's to RAFED for first bringing root riot to the forum forefront.

1397090169

	Subject: Help with BM	Replies: 51
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,440

Steve sorry cant help you with the SIP i like to keep the plants in a simple regular containers which
work fine in our yard.

1397090007

	Subject: Fauzi’s figs	Replies: 14
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,859

Zaitun mine is in post as climate is not favorable and covering all the figs would be
difficult .

1397089898

	Subject: Brebas Early in April	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 648

Quote:

Originally Posted by snaglpus
Yeap Jim.....I don't think it's gonna make it. Fingers crossed! We have 70 degree weather this week and 80 this weekend! Gota luv the South!

Now your sounding like Jon ! ; )

1397089729

	Subject: Hello	Replies: 26
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 718

Follow link in post #3 and see what may look similar and you can always post pictures of your plant in leaf and
figs whole and cut in half when the time comes.

1397089609

	Subject: What eludes you?	Replies: 40
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,286

Quote:

Originally Posted by mgginva
Martin,
And then the hand falls slowly to pick up the next "must have" black fig.

Just not my hand . ; )

1397089552

	Subject: Put Them in the Sun ?	Replies: 9
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 483

Long as weather cooperates the sooner the better for a head start.

1397089480

	Subject: finally....signs of life	Replies: 10
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 471

Yes gardening can be very relaxing .
Dogs are a great companion.

1397053270

	Subject: PIX: USDA/UCD Ischia Black so far.	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 497

Good luck with your plant and look forward to more pictures this season as it grows.

1397053182

	Subject: Single Trunk Tree. What now?	Replies: 23
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,061

Quote:

Originally Posted by DesertDance
Once you taste a few fresh figs, you will get a feel for what you like. Figs are like wine. Some like it dry, some like it sweet, some like it fruity, some like it oaked. It's all a matter of taste. I like thin skinned juicy figs with a berry, or rich figgy flavor. Juicy is key to me. Not a fan of dry pithy figdom.

Figs with two crops will only bear breba (first crop) on new wood. Cut that, you get no breba crop, or maybe one or two brebas. Brebas are usually not the best anyway, so no big loss. I seriously chopped a VDB to move it to our new property, and was surprised that it actually has 3 breba on it. I thought I almost killed the thing root and top pruning.

Good luck with your cuttings!

Suzi

The breba come on last seasons wood not the new wood.
New wood bear main crop. ;)

1397052110

	Subject: PIX: USDA/UCD Ischia Black so far.	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 497

Pete my experience some grow well then later in season they can look much worse .
Then some look bad from the get go.

As a note as plant matures and continues to grow those leaves will not be dominant
i have seen from Hermans pictures and starting on our plant last season.

1397051905

	Subject: Getting Deli Containers - Your Method	Replies: 12
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 569

Few years back at one store they gave about 5 of them to me but its
probably different at each store and with each person one is dealing with.

1397051862

	Subject: Fig Tree Mauled (again)	Replies: 38
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,590

Oh yeah them rabbits are a genuine pain.
Luigi and Romeo can zig zag with the fastest of them and catch them unless they make it to the fence and out.
They make a funny ee eee noise when caught but they do not harm them.

1397051721

	Subject: Trying the Root Riot Method - updated 22 May	Replies: 37
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,471

Looking forward to your updates with pictures.
Thanks

1397051659

	Subject: Rooting Lazy - Easy	Replies: 7
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 465

Good for you, like the comment about ice age as its been a long winter it seems.

1397051564

	Subject: Help with BM	Replies: 51
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,440

Steve i went from 3 gallon in June to 25 gallon container(small plant on right) in August last season with this airlayer pictured below.

One has to be carefully not to over water it or you make mush out of the roots stop the plumbing
system and likely kill the plant.

Pictures below

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Black_Madeira_16.jpg.jpg (64319, 47 views)

1397012584

	Subject: What eludes you?	Replies: 40
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,286

Quote:

Originally Posted by bullet08
ok martin :) it's a black fig. i'll post pix of the fig in few yrs.

Ah the ole tease him trick it wont work just ask Rafed !
Seriously though i appreciate the offer and i think not long ago you
offered and i politely said no. ;)

As always i enjoy pictures and especially of the dark side ones !

1397012282

	Subject: Fig Tree Mauled (again)	Replies: 38
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,590

Art only if it was mine i would do that dont want to be blamed for something if it fail
"well Dieseler said" you know what i mean ?

But yes i would if it has a good root system and topside has no chance of recovering.
I would first make sure there are nodes below soil line and yes they will awaken
with patience.

1397012021

	Subject: Help with BM	Replies: 51
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,440

Of it has a decent root system ratio to plant it will be fine just a mild setback.
Madeira is tougher than some give credit for.

How do i know well mine was budding out but did not like the low 40s
in evenning suring fig shuffle and died fully to soil level .
Left it be until i saw new growth that summer it came back from soil level with a little care and was topped at about 3 feet.
Good luck.

1397011691

	Subject: Fig Tree Mauled (again)	Replies: 38
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,590

After caging your tree use small hand garden hand shovel and slowly scoup dirt away from main at ground level and uncover a node.
What you have going for you as you mention is large root system .
You can cut tree low and it should activate a node way down where you clean out the dirt around the main.
Good luck.

1397011420

	Subject: My oldest inground tree is alive	Replies: 29
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 732

Art good for you , also have an older Oleander that was a cutting from Italy some years back and always store it in pot in garage for the dormant season.

1397002897

	Subject: Brebas Early in April	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 648

Kinda of figured that especially cause of your climate .
Here there nnothing to brag about although few years back i did taste a Hardy Chicago breba that
was good just not as strong flavored as main crop.

1397002794

	Subject: What eludes you?	Replies: 40
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,286

Micheal types - Not unless I call my collection complete and stop fig hunting and who among us is ever going to do that?

slowly raises hand .

1397002490

	Subject: Brebas Early in April	Replies: 17
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 648

Yes you going to let them ripen or take them off
Inquiring minds want to know. ; )

1397002391

	Subject: Is this a dumb question?	Replies: 7
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 331

I believe if memory serves correct in some of the old readings i read the word Orchards was used
that is if memory serves me correctly.

1397002278

	Subject: Inexpensive fig pest protection	Replies: 7
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 490

and ants and those pesky yellow jackets .

1396992131

	Subject: What eludes you?	Replies: 40
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,286

Thanks but a polite no thanks Pete.

1396992071

	Subject: Air layers - Greek style	Replies: 105
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 4,058

Quote:

Originally Posted by loquat1
There will be a bit of a gap now, coz none of those layers will be coming off anytime soon. My best guess is 3 months for the subsidiary layers, and 4-5 months for the main layer. So in fact that's a total of 5 new trees from the one original. Amazing.

I'll be layering my Gk Yellow tonight. Luke and Liza will be pleased. They are on my list as recipients.

Ah thats just fine !

1396991839

	Subject: Another one bites the dust :(	Replies: 31
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,271

Meh hopefully it was of the white variety. ; )

1396991714

	Subject: Fauzi’s figs	Replies: 14
	Posted By: Dieseler	Views: 1,859

Posted picture in post #41 here of NDC - http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/kathleen-black-6558131?pid=1282287367#post1282287367

The Bourjassotte Noire and Violet Sollies may be related as my Sollies and your Noire look exactly alike.
I do not do pm's or emails .

V.Sollies in picture

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