Plate of RdBs coming my way. (pic)

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FiggyFrank

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Posted 1471467176	Reply with quote #1

I've said it before, but I could happily replace 1/2 of my varieties with RdB and live happily ever after. This tree is in a 5 gallon SIP and has been feeding me for the past month. 3rd year tree with over 50 figs this year. I picked 12 ripe figs just yesterday with several more that will be ready tomorrow. My ONLY complaint is that 1/2 of them tend to split, probably due to being in a SIP. Other than that, a wonderful all-around fig that will ripen several weeks before most other varieties.. I still have a few new varieties to sample, but if they aren't as good as RdB, they're gone. __________________ Frank zone 7a - VA

haslamhulme

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Posted 1471468800	Reply with quote #2

Congratulations,Looks awesome,I can only hope that my figs trees look as nice and are as productive in 3 years time! __________________ Haroon,Birmingham UK,Europe,USDA zone 8 Growing:B.Turkey,Jerusalem,V.Dauphine,Pd.Dalmatie W.Adriatic, RDB,Goute D'or,W.Marsailles,Bavarian Violet,Ali Pasha,Falls Gold, Alma,W.Broggioto,Conadria,G.Ischia,Celeste,a dozen unknowns Deceased:Mission( received new cuttings from a generous member today,thank you!)

grant441

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Posted 1471468929 · Edited	Reply with quote #3

Beautiful figs! I am happy for you. Can't go wrong with RdB. __________________ South Carolina zone 7b

FiggyFrank

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Posted 1471470654	Reply with quote #4

Thank you. It's a reliable variety, that's for sure! __________________ Frank zone 7a - VA

ateeeq

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Posted 1471470715	Reply with quote #5

Wow! Simply outstanding Frank. __________________ Woodbridge, VA Zone 7b

jrdewhirst

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Posted 1471471448	Reply with quote #6

Frank -- Do you have room in-ground? RdB works well in-ground for me here, with protection. Sadly, my figs are not are far along as yours. __________________ Joe D

figgary

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Posted 1471472306	Reply with quote #7

I agree with your sentiments completely, Frank. Everyone should have RdB. __________________ Gary in CA 9A Seeking: Bebera Branca*, Colonel Littman's Cross

Dave

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Posted 1471480491	Reply with quote #8

Now thats a meal __________________ Connecticut - Zone 6B Wish List - Bordissot negra rimada

FiggyFrank

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Posted 1471482551	Reply with quote #9

Quote: Originally Posted by ateeeq Wow! Simply outstanding Frank. Thank you. Good to see you here! I hope all is well. Quote: Originally Posted by jrdewhirst Frank -- Do you have room in-ground? RdB works well in-ground for me here, with protection. Sadly, my figs are not are far along as yours. I actually placed one in the ground last year. It has bushed out and growing fast, but no figs from that one, surprisingly. I have 2 in pots and they seem to enjoy the potted life. Quote: Originally Posted by figgary I agree with your sentiments completely, Frank. Everyone should have RdB. Absolutely, Gary. It's a great beginner fig for someone just getting into the hobby. __________________ Frank zone 7a - VA

Figfanatic57

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Posted 1471482827	Reply with quote #10

Looks beautiful, I can only dream one day. My RDB arrive with all the dead,this year all the leaves turned brown from the heat. It has since been moved and has leaves again,but no figs

DevIsgro

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Posted 1471483093	Reply with quote #11

My first tree was a RDB, bought cuttings from Harvey after reading such good reviews on here. It's only on its second season, and had taken some knocks in my learning processes, but it will be a great treat when it matures. __________________ Currently growing 50-60 varieties, this season's cuttings dependant. Hopefully I'll get to taste a few more this year...

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