blueboy1977
1375760370
Posted 1405655336
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I read in a blog that these were probably the same fig. Anyone here growing both of these varieties that can add to this confusion? I have both but they are still too young to compair. If this is the case I dont need both of them. That will give me room for one more variety!!!
waynea
1362316304
Posted 1405656759
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I know the syn. is Red Gold and has been compared to Alma, time will tell because I have all 3. Is there a possibility there may be 2 TX BA-1 in circulation? This will be interesting. My TX BA-1 is growing much faster than my Smith.
blueboy1977
1375760370
Posted 1405681596
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The guy I got my BA-1 from got his cuttings from Dr. Atlas years ago. Does this name ring a bell with anyone? He describes this fig as a green fig with red center. I guess the skin color can vary from yellowish to green? His tree is also in partial shade most the time so I imagine that can cause a little difference in skin color to an extent. I hope this is the real BA-1 as I have gifted a few of these cuttings to form members.
ascpete
1336096379
Posted 1405690469
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Rob,http://figs4fun.com/Info/Info_BA1.html .http://figs4fun.com/Varieties.html http://cajunfigs.blogspot.com/2014/07/smith-and-texas-ba-1-are-exact-same-fig.html http://cajunfigs.blogspot.com/2014/07/yes-indeed-smith-and-texas-ba-1-are.html , where he makes the statement that they may be the same fig. I have the utmost respect for his fig knowledge, so it may be true that they are the same variety. I'm currently growing Texas BA-1 (from Edible Landscaping ) and was looking to acquire Smith this fall, so I may be able to compare them next year.
rafaelissimmo
1335639347
Posted 1409922981
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I cannot comment on whether these are the same fig, but I can note the following: Dan states they are the same fig, but he also states that the Tx-BA-1 has a solid center, ie no hole in the center. If you look at my pics on my recent Smith thread, it appears there is a small hole in the center, not sure if this indicates they are different figs. See
http://cajunfigs.blogspot.com/2012/06/texas-ba-1-red-gold-fig2012-season.html?m=1
snaglpus
1244258188
Posted 1453405285
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I can comment .
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Brooklynmatty
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Posted 1453414925
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I thought i read in the past that the BA-1 and Smith were the same, maybe it was your post Dennis ;). How do you think they compare in taste, i am very excited about my smith cuttings and getting them growing, wondering if it makes sense to try and acquire BA-1 as well. Beautiful pics BTW
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Chapman
1267669490
Posted 1453414973
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You guys that are posting links to Dan's Blog, are you able to access his site? I used to be able to, but no longer can.
Chapman
1267669490
Posted 1453424102
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Ok, no one wants to answer, that's cool. I enjoyed his blog and commented on it several times. I also bought cuttings from him on Ebay one of the 2 times I know of that he sold them.
brianm
1389664758
Posted 1453424681
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Most around here don't follow him or his blog. He gets kicked out of forums sooner or later.
snaglpus
1244258188
Posted 1453428865
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Matt,
eboone
1378418906
Posted 1453473605
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Chapman
Dark Greek (Navid), Col Littman's Black Cross
snaglpus
1244258188
Posted 1453476001
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Ed, I don't think you and other newbies know the history of Dan and why he is not on these forums. He's not on them and there is a reason why he is not. I won't go into them. He use to let folks read his blog but he posted some pretty harsh nasty words and pictures towards members here. He will rant and rave about these words I am writing----he reads post here too. In my opinion, I'm glad his blog is locked for members only. There are plenty of nice member here who are willing to share their knowledge and growing experience on these 2 figs. I don't think no one here or anywhere is an expert on figs. We just write about our history and knowledge and listen and learn from what others have to say. That's what makes a good forum.
paully22
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Posted 1453476323
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Great observation and feedback Dennis. Thanks.
eboone
1378418906
Posted 1453485831
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Dennis - I don't want to derail this thread, but I did go back and read a lot of old posts by Dan when I joined the forum over 2y ago, he seemed very full of himself here and on his blog. I think a lot but not all of that stuff got erased. I saw what happened, and understand why he is not here. Not the kind of person I would pick as a personal friend (unlike most everyone else here). Still, he is knowledgeable about figs, I am looking to learn as much as possible. Appreciate all that you and others with experience do to help us newer growers.
Dark Greek (Navid), Col Littman's Black Cross
waynea
1362316304
Posted 1453507902
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Dan did join the other fig forum but didn't last too long.
rafaelissimmo
1335639347
Posted 1453522842
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I am growing both but my TxBA-1 is young. It gave one fruit last season. For one fruit, seemed very close to Smith but I will reserve judgment until next season when I will have a more abundant crop. Leaf comparison would also be a good idea but Its not the timd to compare, my trees are dormant!
