LSU Gold 2013

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Posted 1374201924	Reply with quote #1

LSU Gold. Not sure what LSU was thinking with this one. I do not like it. Pros: large, juicy. Cons: Bland, splits regularly, less productive that other LSU figs. Marked for deletion. Attached Images lsu_gold011.JPG (137.61 KB, 64 views) lsu_gold013.JPG (155.78 KB, 69 views) __________________ jd \| tallahassee.fl \| zone 8b

jenniferarino83

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Posted 1374202111	Reply with quote #2

Sounds disappointing. Sorry to hear. LsU gold is doing fabulous for me in zone 6 __________________ Jennifer A. Brown Wishlist: NONE Boise ID ZONE 5

noss

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Posted 1374208457	Reply with quote #3

JD, Dan said to put LSU Golds on your kitchen counter for a day to let it lose some of it's water content and that concentrates the sugars and flavor, but I'm with you--I've never tasted one I really liked. Would like to, but it hasn't happened yet. I haven't tasted one from a mature tree yet, though and maybe that would make a difference. Jennifer, How does your LSU Gold taste? Can you describe it for us? What is the source of your tree, because I have two and one has figs on it that are more round in shape and it hasn't ripened any good ones yet? noss __________________ noss/a.k.a. Vivian Lafayette, LA Zone 9a Wish List: Col de Dame Blanc, Col de Dame Noir, Scott's Yellow, Tony's Brown Italian, any other fig that is good in the rain/humidity and has a real figgy flavor.

armando93223

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Posted 1374209066	Reply with quote #4

Sorry to hear that it's not doing its part....they are supposed to be sweet thats their job... __________________ Armando in the Heart of California

jenniferarino83

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Posted 1374211005	Reply with quote #5

My climate is hot and dry, rain clouds do not visit Idaho as much. ( I llive in high desert. Near the Oregon line) My sources: durio, willis orchard, rollingriver and several exchanges I made with members- so far they all look the same. Tasted like honey and it is juicy. I ate four today The skin was like biting into a marshmallow -soft with a tad of firmness because that's how I like it. The skin is bland but the pulp balances it out. It is a good fig for my climate. Growth habit: vigorous And I added winter protection. Jenny Quote: Originally Posted by noss JD,<BR><BR>Dan said to put LSU Golds on your kitchen counter for a day to let it lose some of it's water content and that concentrates the sugars and flavor, but I'm with you--I've never tasted one I really liked. Would like to, but it hasn't happened yet. I haven't tasted one from a mature tree yet, though and maybe that would make a difference.<BR><BR>Jennifer,<BR><BR>How does your LSU Gold taste? Can you describe it for us? What is the source of your tree, because I have two and one has figs on it that are more round in shape and it hasn't ripened any good ones yet?<BR><BR>noss __________________ Jennifer A. Brown Wishlist: NONE Boise ID ZONE 5

Darkman

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Posted 1374213180	Reply with quote #6

Man I hope they improve. It is my most vigorous tree. On the other hand if it gets culled I could probably plant two there. __________________ Charles in Pensacola AKA Darkman Zone 8b/9a Winter of 09/10 low 19 Winter of 10/11 low 19 Winter of 11/12 low 29 Winter of 12/13 low 31 Winter of 13/14 low 19

dkirtexas

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Posted 1374231557	Reply with quote #7

JD - if it is to go to fig heaven, dig it, shake it, wet it, send it to me. It is my favorite fig, does really well here and mature root stock is always needed. Remember this is Danny's Fig Final Resting Place, LOL PM me. __________________ Thx, glad to be here Danny K "EL CAZADOR DE HIGO" Waskom Tx Zone 7B/8 Wish list: anything anyone wants me to have. LSU RED. Any LSU fig.

genecolin

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Posted 1374232392	Reply with quote #8

LSU Gold seems to prefer dryer weather. They wash out quickly in rainy weather as does my Cajun Gold which is a LSU Gold wannabe. Both are great honey figs when they ripen in dry weather but right now it's rain every day and tasteless figs for me. "gene" __________________ From the bayou, "gene" zone 9 Houma, La.

jtp

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Posted 1374247564	Reply with quote #9

I hate to hear this. I have a couple of LSU Golds. Neither has fruited for me yet, but they are vigorous growers. And we are hot and humid here, so this report makes me wonder if it is worth my time. We shall see.

Darkman

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Posted 1374252369	Reply with quote #10

Quote: Originally Posted by genecolin LSU Gold seems to prefer dryer weather. They wash out quickly in rainy weather as does my Cajun Gold which is a LSU Gold wannabe. Both are great honey figs when they ripen in dry weather but right now it's rain every day and tasteless figs for me. "gene" Gene and all, Is it the water entering the ground and brought in by the roots when the soil doesn't drain well? I looked at my very large crop of two LSU Gold figs and they have a tight eye and have not split or anything even after we had the monsoon for the last two weeks. One is getting soft and hopefully I can taste it this week end. I'm hoping that my sandy soil lets the water just run by the roots and doesn't effect them too much. __________________ Charles in Pensacola AKA Darkman Zone 8b/9a Winter of 09/10 low 19 Winter of 10/11 low 19 Winter of 11/12 low 29 Winter of 12/13 low 31 Winter of 13/14 low 19

snaglpus

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Posted 1374263073	Reply with quote #11

I have 2 trees. I had a huge one but lost it due to lime. ANyway, JD sent me one about a year or so ago and that due is flat out beautiful and so is the other one. Last year, the rain ruined my figs. This year, I've placed my 2 trees under my covered deck along with Salem White and Rouge de Bordeaux. This will allow me to control the watering. I'll get a chance to taste this this year. I had another one years ago. Back then it was my largest tree. The figs were sweet. The following spring, I lost the tree due to an overdose of lime. I think LSU Gold is one of those trees that has to have complete total heat for them to become awesome. We will see this year. I may plant it in my orchard. I got the perfect spot for it. JD, try planting it in your hottest spot in your orchard. __________________ Dennis Charlotte, North Carolina/Zone 8a

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Posted 1374269004	Reply with quote #12

All, Thanks for the comments. If it needs a new home, then I will make it is the home of a forum member. Dennis, Thanks for the 411. I will put it in a hot spot. __________________ jd \| tallahassee.fl \| zone 8b

Charitup

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Posted 1374269538	Reply with quote #13

Well at least it is a good looking fig. Mine is small 1st year hate to hear all these negatives since we are in the hot and humid just north of Atlanta. Still though we are usually pretty dry about now so hopefully it will work for me. goss __________________ goss North Ga. zone 7

CAJUNB

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Posted 1374439120	Reply with quote #14

I just pick them one day early and put them in the frig for a couple days......hard to beat Attached Images lsu_gold_(2).jpg (47.84 KB, 55 views)

Figgygoodness

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Posted 1374440861	Reply with quote #15

This has been a really wet spring and early summer for most of the east coast probably requires a lot less water try wrapping a tarp around the base. __________________ Zone 7a Virginia

FrozenJoe

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Posted 1374447512	Reply with quote #16

I had an LSU Gold, but I pulled it last year. I did not care for the fruit. Some people say it is a great fig. Maybe it needs just the right climate or soil or something. __________________ Joe Phoenix Area (Zone 9) I am MrFrozenJoe on YouTube. I am arizonafigs on eBay.

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Posted 1374449855	Reply with quote #17

Thanks for the comments everyone. There are a few figs yet to ripen and I want to vet a few of these theories. The rain has been great for the grass and a pain in the -ss for growing figs. Quote: Originally Posted by noss Dan said to put LSU Golds on your kitchen counter for a day to let it lose some of it's water content and that concentrates the sugars and flavor, but I'm with you--I've never tasted one I really liked. Would like to, but it hasn't happened yet. I haven't tasted one from a mature tree yet, though and maybe that would make a difference. Quote: Originally Posted by genecolin LSU Gold seems to prefer dryer weather. They wash out quickly in rainy weather as does my Cajun Gold which is a LSU Gold wannabe. Both are great honey figs when they ripen in dry weather but right now it's rain every day and tasteless figs for me. Quote: Originally Posted by snaglpus I think LSU Gold is one of those trees that has to have complete total heat for them to become awesome...try planting it in your hottest spot in your orchard. Hopefully, I can report back that one of the theories is as effective as when I was told to make a perimeter of blood meal to deter armadillo (no holes or sightings since May). __________________ jd \| tallahassee.fl \| zone 8b

Cajun

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Posted 1374454837	Reply with quote #18

My tree is improving with age. It makes a better fig in dry weather no doubt, but it is extremely sweet no matter what. I would give her one more year and if you are still disappointed, give her the axe! __________________ Cal - Brusly, LA Zone 9a

eatmoreyeah

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Posted 1374481544	Reply with quote #19

So far this year with my LSU Gold it's been hit or miss. The few I picked today were really, really good with a strong honey taste and bit of citrus that lingered on the palette. They get a bit washed out in flavor in regards to rain, but luckily they don't spilt even under heavy rainfall. Charles __________________ Currently Seeking: Bourjassotte Grise/Noire, Brogiotto Nero, D'All Osso, Francazzano Nero, Grise de St. Jean, LSU Red, Melanzana, Natalina, NDB, Rigata Rossa A, Sultane and Tacoma Violet. Have a healthy inventory for trades.

elin

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Posted 1374485838	Reply with quote #20

Eatmoreyeah Hi they look great, i like the black dots-make it look antique. actually got these also on my brown turkewy from hot leafs touching the fruit.. do you live in a hot place ? __________________ Eli ,Israel ,Zone 10? Too humid and hot, yada yada yada https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1298814119 Growing: Sbayi, Hmadi, Black Portugal, Black Brazil,Excell, Flanders, Hmari , RDB, Niagra Black,Natalina, CDDN,Maya, Preto Torres, Preto Arge

ascpete

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Posted 1374501344	Reply with quote #21

JD, Thanks for starting this topic and posting pictures and Info. I have a 1 year old plant, which has marble sized figs currently, Hopefully I will be tasting a few this season (with a better experience : ). The tree is a strong grower, It just has sparse leaf cover, which in turn translates to lower production. One thing that it has on its side for northern growers is that it seems cold hardy and the green wood hardens quickly. Figs from the 1 year old plant.

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Posted 1374501736	Reply with quote #22

most any fig will do well in hot and dry climate.. some are so good, they are "keepers" even if they spoil some of the yrs due to too much rain... like this yr. my main crops are not due until mid/late aug. i'm hoping the weather will improve by then. it's almost daily shower here for last month or two. it's so humid outside it's hard to breath. __________________ Pete Durham, NC Zone 7b "don't talk to me about naval tradition. It's nothing but rum, sodomy and the lash." - sir winston churchill "the problem with socialism is that eventually you run out of other people's money." - the baroness thatcher *** all my figs have FMV/FMD, in case you're wondering. * * and... i don't sell things. what little i have will be posted here in winter for first come first serve base to be shared. no, i'm not a socialist...***

snaglpus

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Posted 1374504304	Reply with quote #23

Ok, that's it! I've had enough of this rain! It's raining again! My 2 LSU Gold are just loaded with figs this year. And, I do not want them to get water logged either! Time to transfer them under my EZ-Up with my Salem White. I just can't wait for another year hoping for good weather! This rain is just mental!!!!! You guys are posting some beatuiful pictures of your figs and I want mine to look and taste superb! Good job guys! I hope to post some pics from my trees soon. __________________ Dennis Charlotte, North Carolina/Zone 8a

Cajun

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Posted 1374506162	Reply with quote #24

Great pic eatmoreyeah, That is exactly what mine look like, and you describe the taste well. I have had a couple split this year though, but this weather is just aweful... __________________ Cal - Brusly, LA Zone 9a

elin

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Posted 1374522496	Reply with quote #25

Pete Does the rain spoil the figs because of overwatering effects (the fruits spli...) or the direct contact of excess rain water and the fruit..? here once the figs are on the weather is dry like a pizza oven so i dont know these problems. If you cover the pots like in bills figs method will the rain still spoil the figs? __________________ Eli ,Israel ,Zone 10? Too humid and hot, yada yada yada https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1298814119 Growing: Sbayi, Hmadi, Black Portugal, Black Brazil,Excell, Flanders, Hmari , RDB, Niagra Black,Natalina, CDDN,Maya, Preto Torres, Preto Arge

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Posted 1374527748	Reply with quote #26

Elin, As you can see in my photo, the fig split. My preference is a fig with concentrated sugars. With that in mind, I tend to limit water during fruiting because I think the tree makes better fruits. The rain this summer parallels the droughts we have had over previous summers. Thus I am not happy about but I am not complaining either. Water management and water conservation is going to be a critical issue in the upcoming years. Particularly interstate water resources like those between Florida and Georgia. __________________ jd \| tallahassee.fl \| zone 8b

Darkman

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Posted 1374532172	Reply with quote #27

I'll take the drought. That's why I spent my money and put in a well. __________________ Charles in Pensacola AKA Darkman Zone 8b/9a Winter of 09/10 low 19 Winter of 10/11 low 19 Winter of 11/12 low 29 Winter of 12/13 low 31 Winter of 13/14 low 19

eatmoreyeah

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Posted 1374565106	Reply with quote #28

Quote: Originally Posted by Cajun Great pic eatmoreyeah, That is exactly what mine look like, and you describe the taste well. I have had a couple split this year though, but this weather is just aweful... Yes the weather has been pretty bad for us in South Louisiana. So far at my place in Houma, we're up to 51" of rain. Luckily my in ground trees are planted in very well amended soil and not the native Black Jack/Gumbo muck. Therefore the water drains relatively well, usually preventing my figs from splitting. Even with the inch of heavy rain yesterday the figs I picked today, their flavor wasn't too washed out. I had enough to make 6 pints of fig jam, I mean 5 1/2 pints after I made homemade biscuits ;). However, the strong winds did lay over my last planting of corn, which is about 10 days from picking. On the bright side, my Negronne figs are starting to swell up. Charles __________________ Currently Seeking: Bourjassotte Grise/Noire, Brogiotto Nero, D'All Osso, Francazzano Nero, Grise de St. Jean, LSU Red, Melanzana, Natalina, NDB, Rigata Rossa A, Sultane and Tacoma Violet. Have a healthy inventory for trades.

cis4elk

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Posted 1374597722	Reply with quote #29

Charles, What's in the bowl? Celeste and....I'll take a stab at magnolia maybe? __________________ Calvin Littleton,CO z5/6 Wants List: For everyone to clean-up after themselves and co-exist peacefully. Let's think more about the future of our planet and less about ourselves. :)

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