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Subject: Cuttings Available - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 41
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 1,183
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by figpig_66
These were very large figs. The weight of them made them hang down so i thought they were ripe. Huge figs. Very rich flavor. Melon flavor. A keeper. Thanks amber.


I'm happy you're enjoying them!

Subject: My fig is breaking bud! Replies: 3
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Hot California spring is confusing my plants

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Subject: Has anyone tried the SIPs at Home Depot? Replies: 24
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dahlt
The only problem I had was the one time I started filling it with water and a small frog leaped out!  I'm not sure which of us was more startled.


This is such a cute story. I wish I lived in a climate for froggy friends

Subject: Cuttings Available - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 41
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Hey I'm bumping this post because I'm wondering if anyone thinks that my mystery fig could possibly be an Osborn Prolific? 

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Subject: Not exactly the Arch of Constantine, but... Replies: 7
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I don't have an answer but I love the idea

Subject: introverts Replies: 10
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 367
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Apalermo88
I'm in FL near Tampa so the weather is generally good for tropical plants. I also have lots of fruit trees other than figs.

3 Sapodillas, 1 lychee, 2 blue berries, 1 pomegranate, 5 sugar apples, 2 atemoyas, 1 cherimoya, 1 mango, 2 guavas, 3 jackfruits, 1 papaya, 2 starfruits, 2 navel oranges, 1 peach, and 1 nectarine.


Nice collection. I'm jealous. I was recently sent some papaya seeds but became overwhelmed when I realized I would need to find a place to plant all seeds and hope for an intersex tree. My yard is only 20'×60' and I'm a renter so I need everything in pots. My large fig tree just happened to come with the property (and if I ever leave I am taking cuttings with me). Planted a blueberry bush a couple of months ago. Have some dragon fruit cuttings I've been waiting to root. Avocado cuttings too. Passion fruit vines. Trying to start a variety of peppers from seeds. This gardening passion is new for me and I'm very excited and having a lot of fun

Subject: Triple Crown Blackberries Replies: 102
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Do you think a 15 gallon pot will be OK for a bush?

Subject: Weird bug ident Replies: 10
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 140
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Figgysid1
I found out that there was one type that smelled just like strawberries. I collected them in a jar and smelled them the rest of the day.


That is so endearing.

Subject: Weird bug ident Replies: 10
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 140
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Figgysid1
Looks more like the soldier bug, both are stink bugs.

Ants on blueberries, on my blueberries the ants are usually farming scales.


The plant looks very healthy but now I'm worried. Ack.

Subject: Weird bug ident Replies: 10
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 140
 
Thank you. I think it is a soldier bug. I shall leave it alone.

Subject: Weird bug ident Replies: 10
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 140
 
Could anyone tell me what this is please? It's sunning itself on my tree. I really need to get the neem spray since the ants are still living in the old trunk.

P.s. Anyone here have a blueberry bush? I just noticed that ants are all over the small bush I planted a couple of months ago. Is this bad? I have noticed that some leaves look munched on and I know it's not snails since I use sluggo.

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Subject: Help and fig tree surpises Replies: 9
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 338
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Smyfigs
Do we beat them?


Lolololololol

Subject: Help and fig tree surpises Replies: 9
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 338
 
Maybe I'll try eggshells. I know that the beer thing works well but I have little dogs and I do not trust for a second that they wouldn't get into the traps. And unfortunately I don't have any fencing that would keep them out.

Subject: Help and fig tree surpises Replies: 9
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I seem to have a really bad snail and slug problem. Their are tons in my cordyline leaves as well. I have sluggo to prevent snails from getting on plants in the first place but does anyone know how to get rid of an established "colony"?

Subject: Best rooting hormone? Replies: 20
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 390
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by johnjay7491
I've had good success with Dip'n Gro rooting hormone. I've also had success without any hormone.
When rooting figs what I found to be more important is the proper dampness and quality of the soil mix and humidity level.
I've settled on using Pro Mix Bx mix 50/50 with Perlite, I seem to have less rotting or mold and an overall  better success rate .
Then again for some varieties I've just stuck the cuttings in the ground and had them take off.


This isn't actually for figs (which apparently root quite readily). This is for some other tree and vine cuttings, and to speed the rooting process for some of my harvested succulents.

Subject: Best rooting hormone? Replies: 20
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 390
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by SarinaP
PS: don't let anyone see you licking your cuttings, my husband still makes fun of me.


Ahahahahaha! Too hilarious.

Subject: Best rooting hormone? Replies: 20
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 390
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by SarinaP
I started mine with just cinnamon and I've only lost 1 of 26 to mold so far this season.  http://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-cinnamon-on-plants.htm


Wow this is pretty helpful. I knew it kept ants away but the other stuff is new to me.

Subject: Best rooting hormone? Replies: 20
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 390
 
So I finally got my clonex and whoa... did not expect all of the warnings (including avoiding skin as the product is transdermal). I wore vinyl gloves and then put the packet in a ziplock bag and stored in the fridge. I hope I did everything alright.

Subject: Help and fig tree surpises Replies: 9
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 338
 
So I finally figured out why I have such a terrible ant problem. The red circle I've made in the picture is dead, rotting wood that houses a very large colony. I assume I can just spray neem and they'll leave? There were about 50 snails hiding in the nooks and crannies of the trunk. I got rid of as many as possible but does anyone know if they are bad for the trunk or just the leaves when spring comes along?

I also discovered that my tree is surrounded by cement on 3 sides. The cement was covered in dirt and weeds and even had some suckers coming through the large cracks which is how I didn't notice. The cement is pretty warped by roots. I hope that this doesn't eventually kill the tree or cause plumbing problems for anyone (especially me!).

Lastly, I finally cleaned up as much of the fallen, rust infected leaves as I could. I was outside working on the old girl for about 4 hours. I dumped a bunch of grape fertilizer (stinks like sour wine) and watered deeply. Just need to put my mulch down and I'll be finished for the time being.

p.s. a wolf spider tried to attack me. Gardening is dangerous.

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Subject: About 25 cuttings left - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 8
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 310
 
Sold out. I can't wait to get feedback from people (be it positive or negative). Hoping all goes well for you fig lovers!

Subject: About 25 cuttings left - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 8
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 310
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Louneo
Im a huge sucker for trying to root unknowns it seems.  I would love them for the $5.75 what is the paypal?


PM me please

Subject: About 25 cuttings left - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 8
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 310
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Louneo
Im a huge sucker for trying to root unknowns it seems.  I would love them for the $5.75 what is the paypal?


PM me please

Subject: Crop Security Replies: 43
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 1,351
 
While I've certainly done a bit of "guerrilla gardening" from city properties (picking a plum or taking a little piece of succulent from a prolific plant), I would NEVER go on to someone's private land and not expect to get shot. So rude. I can understand that some of the folks in your area might be hungry, but stripping a tree indicates that the thief will be selling for profit. I received some dragon fruit cuttings from a generous member here and after your post, I guess I have to consider growing it in the back yard instead of the front like I had planned. I don't mind sharing one bit but the fruit fetch a hefty price and I would be pretty ticked off if all got stolen and I couldn't enjoy eating any or sharing with friends.

Subject: My first rooting Replies: 12
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 220
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by peterc

I wouldn't wipe a cutting after apparent rooting but I can't see why you can not dip it in water to clean the area to give you a better visual.


Thanks! I'll try that

Subject: My first rooting Replies: 12
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Probably a weird question but will brand new roots wipe off the bark? I am trying to root a manzanita cutting and can't tell if it's rooting or if it has perlite stuck to it

Subject: About 25 cuttings left - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 8
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Ok I have gotten a lot of trades and my partner is giving me the eyebrow at the amount of money I'm spending on homing everyone. Anyway, I'm just selling the last bundle for $5.75 shipping

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 535
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Bluemalibu

  Amber, your cuttings arrived this afternoon...  thank you so much!   The timing was perfect as I fabricated a cloner today.

  Blue


Yay! Thanks again for the jam :)

Subject: About 25 cuttings left - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 8
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5 left. Really hoping to trade this last bundle for some plants.

Subject: About 25 cuttings left - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 8
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About 15 left

Subject: About 25 cuttings left - Antigone's Mystery Fig Replies: 8
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 310
 
Will send 5-6 cuttings for the cost of shipping which is $5.75 or we can discuss a trade for other plants or cuttings that are NOT figs.

The sort of trades I'm interested in-

http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/trade-cuttings-for-nonfig-plants-7802913?pid=1290005783

Pictures of the tree-

http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/more-pruning-photos-advice-7804807?pid=1290009452

Picture examples of cuttings-

http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/cuttings-antigones-mystery-fig-7796591?pid=1289915687  

Pictures of fruit plus my best guess on describing the flavor-

http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox.com/post/cuttings-available-antigones-mystery-fig-7793580?pid=1289937307

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 535
 
Efleche- sent you a pm. Trying to get your attention. I want to trade for a loquat please :)

Quote:
Originally Posted by efletche
Amber, if you would like to trade for Loquat tree cuttings, I'm your guy. I live in Central Florida (zone 9). I grew my tree from seed and it is currently over thirty feet tall and that's with cuttings down to a 4 foot trunk, twice. Right now, the tree is loaded with clusters of flowers, so it does attract lots of bees. If interested, I will go out and cut however many you need the day I ship. Send me a pm. I also have a small plant about 8 inches that is growing from a seed. It would be the grandchild of my big loquat tree.

Subject: Best rooting hormone? Replies: 20
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 390
 
Thanks all!

Subject: Best rooting hormone? Replies: 20
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 390
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by tennesseefig
You probably already know this but many figs grow vigorously without rooting hormone, although I appreciate the question and all answers.  I will probably try some in the future as a safety net.


I'm not trying it for figs. For other plant cuttings.

Subject: Best rooting hormone? Replies: 20
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Opinions?

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 535
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by sobelri
Hi Amber - 

After reading your post, two plants of mine come to mind. 

1.  Mexican Flame Vine (cuttings, no seeds at this time)
  • Perennial flower for USDA hardiness zones 9a-11b (lows to -6.7 °C or 20 °F)
  • Slightly colder zones can mulch and pray
  • Fast growing annual in colder regions
  • Full sun to part shade
  • Height: 10-12 feet
  • Spacing: 1-2 ft
  • Flowers prolifically with vibrant orange blooms
  • Blooms all season to first frost
2.  Texas Bird Pepper/Capsicum annuum L. (seeds)
     Does well in a container, dozens of small flowers that attract bees

     http://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=CAAN4


Does the flame vine irritate your skin?

How is the flavor of the bird pepper?

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
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I don't use anything for shade except perhaps my fig tree at certain times of the day. Vine is growing on an east facing wall about 10 feet behind my 8ish foot fig tree I can tell you for certain that this blackberry bush is like the serial killer that keeps coming back in the movies even though you've hacked the hell out of it. If these can be grown from cuttings I am more than happy to send you some. Or perhaps I can find a little one growing in my lawn with some roots. I live in the east bay so it definitely gets pretty hot here. Luckily I am closer to the coast so I only get about a weeks worth of over 90 F weather.

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 535
 
I am not really sure how root tree cuttings so if it already had roots of its own I would be very interested

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 535
 
I'm still interested in trading cuttings for non fig plants. I've realized that I am less interested in seed unless it's something totally fascinating (I admit that I'm a lazy and impatient gardener).

I am not interested in: tomatoes, onions, leeks, garlic, chive, vines with thorns, most anything with thorns, anything poisonous to a pack of dummy dogs. Vine plants that are susceptible to powdery mildew (cantaloupe, squash, etc).

I am interested in: stuff that works well for containers (certain bulbs or bush all the way up to a 25 gallon pot), succulents, flowers (will accept seed if they're fast growers). Artichokes. Stuff that does well in California.

I already have: one beautiful fig tree, blackberries, blueberries, a ton of succulents so send me a pic of what you would want to trade, dragon fruit cuttings, passion vine, mint, Kool-aid bush, lots of California natives, western white clematis, thyme.

I am very open to discussions of fair trade but my starting trade is usually 5-6 cuttings.

Thanks.

Subject: More pruning, photos, advice? Replies: 18
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What kind of mulch do members normally use? It would be the most helpful if I could buy online as I do not drive nor have the best access to cars.

Subject: More pruning, photos, advice? Replies: 18
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I can actually see one part of the trunk that's dead but all of those thick branches I have coming out are very healthy. Produce many leaves and fruit. Such a shame fig rust ruined her for this season. We'll see what happens in the spring. Fingers crossed.

Subject: More pruning, photos, advice? Replies: 18
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The rust did severely harm my crop this year. The leaves dropped and most of my fruit became sunburned and rotton.

Subject: More pruning, photos, advice? Replies: 18
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No idea how long it was left unpruned. I moved in a little over a year ago and September 2014 the crop was AMAZING. Hundreds of delicious figs. Then this past spring she got small red spots on her leaves that became larger and larger. The young leaves would come in spot free and then developed their spots. I'm almost positive it is rust. Leaves eventually shriveled and fell.

Subject: More pruning, photos, advice? Replies: 18
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Mine took it very hard. The leaves dropped so fast that most of my fruit got sunburned and shriveled up. It was very upsetting.

Subject: More pruning, photos, advice? Replies: 18
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Thanks Richie. I actually sent you some of my cuttings. This is "Antigone's Mystery Fig". I hope someone will figure out her type for me. And roundup doesn't kill wild leeks. Pretty much the only thing that does is boiling water and of course that will kill everything :/ But the roundup will kill the suckers the fig wants to send out? Good to know that neem oil actually works.

Subject: More pruning, photos, advice? Replies: 18
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Hi there. So I'm trying to clean up the base of my tree from the rest of the suckers and blackberry roots. There are rotten leaves everywhere. How can I possibly clean them all up so my leaves don't get rust again? Should I just do my best and then spray something on the tree? Does neem oil actually work? I'm worried about using something toxic around my pets. Is there a certain way to mulch the base to keep away the suckers and wild leeks that I find so irritating?

Also, just sort of interesting - looks like someone attempted to cut my tree down twice. Second picture is the tree with my 5' shovel next to her for a size reference.

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Subject: E bay seller Anyone know them Replies: 21
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"Garden" aka "Svet Vasyl" aka "Alex" whoever the hell is now sending me harassing messages because I called him out. Any way to block members so I can't receive any more annoying PM's?

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
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Those do sound very good, but unfortunately/luckily (I mean, those berries are tasty and the bees love the flowers) I have a very well established and evil blackberry vine that attempted to take over my entire yard, which is about 60'x20', this year. Just moved here last August so did not realize what was lurking beneth the soil. By the time I noticed what a problem I had, there was a small thicket conquering my South facing fence, new vines popping up everywhere, and an older vine weaving around my fig branches. Finally hired someone to chop everything down except for the original and still very large (5'x10') patch hanging from my West facing wall.

Subject: E bay seller Anyone know them Replies: 21
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 875
 
Wax mark? I didn't put any wax on my figs. I think the seller did that. However, those really look like my robust cuttings.

Quote:
Originally Posted by figpig_66
Looks like the ones you sent me. Same wax mark

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 535
 
Need to add (hopefully) "non toxic" for my companion animal friends unless it's a stunner and I can grow it out of their reach.

Subject: TRADE CUTTINGS FOR NON-FIG PLANTS? Replies: 18
Posted By: ambermsam Views: 535
 
If you search "Antigone's Mystery Fig" here in the forum, you'll find my posts with all the information I have.