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Subject: I'mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm back Replies: 22
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 263
 
haslamhulme
Lol
no offense taken.

Subject: 56 acres of RDB in South Africa! Replies: 7
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Dang, wish I was able to help you but the drive alone would kill my back.
Your in grounds will probably just grow right back.
I don't protect my trees because I physically do not have it in me.
But they keep growing back even stronger!
Doug

Subject: I'mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm back Replies: 22
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I deleted my account long ago and re registered under the same name.
I deleted all my posts from the old account of 10/1/2012
The join date only means the last time you signed up for a account.
I have known him for years....for your curiosity.

:)

Doug

Subject: 56 acres of RDB in South Africa! Replies: 7
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Mine have all been the blacker version.

Doug

Subject: I'mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm back Replies: 22
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 263
 
There you are!
Welcome back.
The number one reason I grow figs.

Doug

Subject: What the heck is that on my plant? (that was me this morning) Replies: 3
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 82
 
As it is made from canola oil and pyrethrins, I would think it should be no problem for you, but
I have no idea of your laws.

Doug

Subject: Cold spell in Houston Replies: 19
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Dennis, I lived in Merritt Island fla for 4 years.
I got tired of the same humid weather all day every day.

And the gaters beside the roadway.

I do not miss florida.
Kinda have to decide your comfort level
and what zone you live in to grow whatever you want.
Im not criticizing florida, it was just not for me.

Doug

Subject: What the heck is that on my plant? (that was me this morning) Replies: 3
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 82
 
Scale is easily taken care of with sprays available.
I used Pyola last year to help control.

Doug

here is from a site....quote

Made from canola oil and pyrethrins; controls many stubborn insect pests, including Japanese beetles, Colorado potato beetles, leaf hoppers,Mexican bean beetles, flea beetles, aphids, mites, thrips, spittlebugs and more. Destroys adult insects, larvae and eggs. Simply mix concentrate with water and thoroughly spray plants. May be used on edible crops up to the day of the harvest.


another site says

Kills insects, such as adelgids, ants (except fire ants, harvester ants, carpenter ants and pharaoh ants), aphids, armored scale, beetle larvae, canker worms, fungus gnats, lace bugs, leaf hoppers, leaf miners, mealy bugs, mites, phylloxera, plant bugs, psyllids, scale insects, spider mites, thrips, sawfly larvae, spittle bugs, web worms and white flies. - See more at: http://www.gardensalive.com/product/pyola-insect-spray-4/pest-control?p=0164912&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=msn&utm_campaign=Product_Pyola&utm_term=pyola#sthash.R2JBXLTF.dpuf
Kills insects, such as adelgids, ants (except fire ants, harvester ants, carpenter ants and pharaoh ants), aphids, armored scale, beetle larvae, canker worms, fungus gnats, lace bugs, leaf hoppers, leaf miners, mealy bugs, mites, phylloxera, plant bugs, psyllids, scale insects, spider mites, thrips, sawfly larvae, spittle bugs, web worms and white flies. -

hmmmm, fungus gnats....will be the next thing I use if I need it.
Kills insects, such as adelgids, ants (except fire ants, harvester ants, carpenter ants and pharaoh ants), aphids, armored scale, beetle larvae, canker worms, fungus gnats, lace bugs, leaf hoppers, leaf miners, mealy bugs, mites, phylloxera, plant bugs, psyllids, scale insects, spider mites, thrips, sawfly larvae, spittle bugs, web worms and white flies. - See more at: http://www.gardensalive.com/product/pyola-insect-spray-4/pest-control?p=0164912&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=msn&utm_campaign=Product_Pyola&utm_term=pyola#sthash.R2JBXLTF.dpuf

Subject: When Do Figs Become Ever-Hardy in Zone 6 Replies: 56
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That's it, I'm building a greenhouse off my barn.
I want oranges and bananas.

lol

Doug

Subject: Herman2 Replies: 30
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 961
 
Mr Harvey, I read your ischia black add.
Do you think the same happened to him
and wanted to separate his sales from
linking to f4f?
Just a idea.

Doug

Subject: $7 fig trees for spring/summer delivery, around 150+ varieties Replies: 775
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 28,721
 
I used common sense beings you copy n pasted my response.
I replied.

Doug

Subject: $7 fig trees for spring/summer delivery, around 150+ varieties Replies: 775
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 28,721
 
Alan from the beginning never did anything but badmouth everything I said.
He could not compete, not with rooting or anything else.
He was always the jealous one. That is why he stated rubbing it in his face.
We never chatted or anything.
You are just bringing alans drama back to the forum.
Please mind yer own, it has nothing to do with you
Drop the drama huh kkk?

Subject: Herman2 Replies: 30
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I'm just barely thick skinned enough to take it.
:)
It ok.

Doug

Subject: Need experienced help in planning planting area. Replies: 13
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 178
 
When growing in bush form you can leave half the branching uncut.
Then I still have a smaller breba crop. At least I get a good taste here and there.

:)

Doug

Subject: My 4 cup method to root cuttings Replies: 10
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I will try to post pictures tomorrow.

Subject: My 4 cup method to root cuttings Replies: 10
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 191
 
I found mine at wally

Doug

Subject: $7 fig trees for spring/summer delivery, around 150+ varieties Replies: 775
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 28,721
 
I hate drama but

"They simply don't realise how their actions upsets other people who cares or thinks highly of them as a good friend."
if that person only badmouths you, was he your friend to start with?

Doug

Subject: OT - Big Winter Storm coming to the Southeast Replies: 21
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 295
 
That is what I have found Spiff.

Doug

Subject: OT - Big Winter Storm coming to the Southeast Replies: 21
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 295
 
If they die back to the ground, hopefully they will just
re grow for you.

Subject: Need experienced help in planning planting area. Replies: 13
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 178
 
Respectfully, bunching up the trees will also spread problems from one tree to
the next to the next.
If one gets spider mites, they will most likely all get spider mites.
Bunching up also restricts airflow that helps prevent rust.
I feel I'm pushing the limits at where I spaced.
Upper branches now can already touch other trees.
I pruned it back to prevent again, for a season.
Not trying to be sarcastic at all, but I would rather have a few very good healthy figs
than a bunch of sick ones.
Doug

Subject: My 4 cup method to root cuttings Replies: 10
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Those trying the old 3 cup method should really consider adding a air gap cup.
It does help.

Doug

Subject: Need experienced help in planning planting area. Replies: 13
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Thinking about your project.
I would resist spacing any closer than 5-6 feet apart.
2 reasons
the roots spread just under the soil surface but they quickly can
reach a 5 foot span. I know this from digging up young trees to move them
in my garden. The roots will overlap each other underground, depleating
the soil quickly and could be a struggle to maintain.
Also with roots overlapping, if a tree gets diseased roots, it could spread to the tree beside it.
Make sure each hole you dig has good drainage, if not move it a bit and try again.
I could send you a box of bunny manure to sprinkle in your hole, (if your into organic)
Stuff works wonderful on transplants.
Just my thoughts, hope it helps a little.

Doug

Subject: Need experienced help in planning planting area. Replies: 13
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 178
 
Noel, mine are 6-8 feet apart.
I planted them this close to do exactly as you say by pruning them back
each year to maintain the height I want to start out in the spring.
Mine are too close I think for anything but pruning them back each year.
It was also my intention of having cuttings available from bush form.
I wish you great success.

Doug

edit
here is how I started out in spring with cuttings rooted over winter

DSCF1179 by Doug B, on Flickr

Subject: OT - Big Winter Storm coming to the Southeast Replies: 21
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 295
 
I just got a dusting of snow over night.
It looked like Charlotte got hit.
Dennis how did you do?

Doug

Subject: My 4 cup method to root cuttings Replies: 10
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Thanks Frank.

Doug

Subject: My 4 cup method to root cuttings Replies: 10
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I also notice that the extra cup is providing a bit of insulation vs the cups
sitting on a cold board. I'm attempting this method under only led lights in a closet.
I'm betting the soil warms quicker under my lights this way.

Doug

Subject: My 4 cup method to root cuttings Replies: 10
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I like to wet the sphagnum and perlite in a bucket, then I add it to the dirt cup.
After it is set up I monitor the black cup to see that wee bit of water.
If it is dry, your mix is too dry. I add water through dirt cup holes.
Doug

Subject: My 4 cup method to root cuttings Replies: 10
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 191
 


My 4 cup rooting method


Here is what I do.

I use 3-18 ounce clear cups and one 18 ounce black cup.
With the dirt cup and a air gap cup  (clear)in both cups I put 10-12 holes (1/4" dia) with soldering iron
in the sides and bottom.

In what will be used for my top cup
I add only 1 hole centered on the bottom and holes in the sides.

I use finely ground sphagnum peat and equal part perlite
for my rooting mix

Prepare the cuttings by cutting from the bottom to about 6 inches
total length. I just want a clean cut before dipping it in Clonex.
I later learned that a small paint brush worked best to put a light
coat on all of the cutting going below soil line

Make a hole in the dirt for the cutting, dip in clonex (brush on) and put into hole..put your dirt cup into the air gap cup then put that
in the black cup.


I fill the cup to about a inch from the top.
Don't pack it but it needs to be a bit firm around the cutting.


For my top cup, I use scotch tape to cover all holes but the 1 hole
in the top center. Later after roots are seen, I start removing the taped holes 1 at a time.
Give a day or more before removing another hole.



Put it on a window sill a leave it alone for at least 2 weeks.
Check the black cup for a teaspoon or less of water.
As the day cycles the top cup will fill with humidity.
Then in the evening they slowly lose some droplets.
Those droplets act like a terrarium recycling the water back through
to the black cup.

I have learned by adding the air gap cup I cannot over water
a cutting so long as it has drainage.

This is the most simple, yet most successful rooting technique
I have used thus far.
Make sure you see roots before adding holes to top cup.
The leaves can come before roots show or not.
It is just important to see the roots first.

Should be easy for anyone to root cuttings.
Here is how I melt holes in the top cup.
I normally use scotch tape

IMG_20170107_222803596 by Doug B, on Flickr

IMG_20170107_222607984 by Doug B, on Flickr

then I make the air gap and dirt cup like this

IMG_20170107_222644844 by Doug B, on Flickr

Doug

Subject: Weird Leaves on Petite Negri Fig Replies: 4
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In my experience figs can change leaf pattern as they grow,
Give it time to mature.


Doug

Subject: Herman2 Replies: 30
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If everyone treated each other with even the smallest amount of respect,
personal jabs not relating to topic would be over.

The smallest amount of respect to each other would be a good start
in sharing experience, jealousy has no place in a conversation.

I miss the old experienced members mgg blb, and others that have
the years behind them with something worthwhile to say.

Too may new members join then think they run the show.
Jon runs the show, or this wouldn't be available.

I have pissed off people with the fact that the growing zone WILL
affect your success with figs. It is just a fact, and those in colder zones have more hurdles
to get over to have the same results as those in warmer zones.
It seems there are more members from zones that struggle to grow figs
than people who live in zones where figs are simple to grow. Dont
know why.
I personally commit to try to help the fig community, the personal attacks get responded
to just as they are given. I do not enjoy it.
I have made this post about me, yes.
But I accept when I am wrong and man enough to apologize if need be.
Personal attacks have no place in this forum.
Its all about respect for each other that would change the feel
of this forum.
Just my opinion but I felt it worth sharing.

Doug

Subject: A well deserved thank you Replies: 6
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Ross, in a couple years you'll see me selling cheap cuttings with your varieties included.
Much was done to help me get started by old members who no longer post.
I have said from the beginning I wanted to be one that does the same for others.
I have as much fun sharing them as I do growing them.

Doug

Subject: OT - Big Winter Storm coming to the Southeast Replies: 21
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Wind chill is worst,I believe.
Icy cold air freezes small branches fast.
I'm to get 5" of snow. next week we go back to the 60's.
Screwy winters.


Doug

Subject: A well deserved thank you Replies: 6
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Thanks Pino, I sure hope I can make em grow!

Doug

Subject: A well deserved thank you Replies: 6
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 171
 
That he is, at least of what I know dealing with him.


Doug

Subject: A well deserved thank you Replies: 6
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Today I got cuttings from a trade.
This person went way out of his way to send really special
varieties and included probably double the numbers of what we agreed to.
This is one good guy in my book.
Thank you Ross.


Doug

Subject: Tanning Bed Lights ????? Replies: 11
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Tanning lights are UVB from a quick search on line.

When I searched google for "can tanning lights be used for grow lights"
It showed lots of useful information.
My biggest concern would be operating cost at 12-14 hours a day.
The light was free, no harm in trying it if he likes.

Doug

Subject: OT - Big Winter Storm coming to the Southeast Replies: 21
Posted By: SCfigFanatic Views: 295
 
Tis a dandy of a storm.
At least no trees are trying to bud before this freeze.
That does kill em for me.

Doug

Subject: $7 fig trees for spring/summer delivery, around 150+ varieties Replies: 775
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I deleted my posts.
Did not mean to rain on everyone's parade.
I do want him to succeed.
I do not want to be a part of his failure either.

Doug

Subject: Tanning Bed Lights ????? Replies: 11
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UV lighting is beneficial on killing bacteria and mold.
It may not be the perfect source of light but I still think it would work better
than standard florescent bulbs. His bulbs are 100 watt.

Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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I have always kept good control on fungus gnats with Gnatrol.
Im just looking for a safer way to control.
Are you saying peroxide does not effectively work?
If so, I need to order more gnatrol before I run out.

Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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I don't suggest you do as I do, but I got out the old handy 7 dust.
It says right on the bag, fungus gnats.
I dusted the potted plants in my closet last night.
Today, I have maybe 4 or 5 gnats I seen flying around.
Even a sticky fly trap would help if you have a bunch of gnats flying around.
I will never forget finding a fungus gnat at the bottom of my coffee cup.
No more, ever again. Yuk.
Joe, try the search function,, google or here.
There is all the information you need if you look for it.

Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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haslamhulme, I don't know if more is better in this case.
I'm going to follow the directions of those that have already
tested it. Then I will see if it works.

Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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the link did say
"1 part hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) solution with 4 parts water. Use 3% solution,"
Your mix sounds much stronger.

Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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Got he bugs eh?
Very common.

Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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sweet
I like your get er done approach and construction.
That plus the hydrogen peroxide for the larvae shoud
get good control of the gnats. I'm gonna build me one for the fun of it.
Are gnats attracted to your cool white flood light led?
Not the light in the box.
Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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Grinds em up with a fan?
Suitable death for the critters.
But it wont kill larvae.
Doug

Subject: Hydrogen Peroxide v Gnats Replies: 34
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Dave that sounds much safer than gnatrol.
Will be trying out.
Nice part of using a closet, fungus gnats stay inside it.
But I have seen the critters again this year.
Thanks Dave

Doug

Subject: Something is gnawing my Fig trees :( Replies: 10
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I grew a mess of carolina reaper hot peppers just in case I run into those
kind of problems.
Bunnies used to chew on my bark until I boiled up some juice made of the hot peppers.
It seems to work.
Deer only take one bite and run from my garden.
I expect it would work for any gnawing critters.

Doug

Subject: Buildng a cheap 100 watt LED Replies: 74
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Thanks.
Heck, years ago I wrote thread telling how my grandpa used to score his
plants with his fingernail then replant that cutting.
Others jumped on the idea, but I already had pictures to show how scoring a fig cutting
rooted. Look how far that has spread.

Doug

I just enjoy trying to help others grow figs.
Not my favorite home grown fruit, but good.

Subject: Tanning Bed Lights ????? Replies: 11
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I would try it.

:)

Doug