Register  |   | 
 
Encanto Farms Nursery > Topics > Search > All posts by COGardener
 
 


The search returned 768 posts

Only find topics started by COGardener
   
Topics  |  Posts
Subject: Good Nursery Websites Replies: 13
Posted By: COGardener Views: 436
 
These are in no particular order and are subject to opinion.


https://www.justfruitsandexotics.com...uit-trees/fig/
http://wellspringgardens.com/products-2/figs/
http://www.figtrees.net/
http://www.starkbros.com/products/fr...FYNDaQodXQEADQ
https://www.willisorchards.com/categ...s#.VU6gWMtFCbU
http://www.groworganic.com/seasonal-...fig-trees.html
http://www.raintreenursery.com/Fruit_Trees/Figs/
http://www.treesofjoy.com/
http://www.durionursery.biz/figs.htm
https://almostedenplants.com/shoppin...+Fig+Varieties
http://ediblelandscaping.com/buyPlants.php
http://petalsfromthepast.com/catalog...ants/figs.html
http://www.bayflora.com/figtrees.html
http://www.whitmanfarms.com/category...ts/other/figs/
http://www.burntridgenursery.com/searchprods.asp
http://www.tropicalfruitnursery.com/...cts_c1.htm#fig (not much for figs, yet a lot other cool stuff)
http://toptropicals.com/cgi-bin/store/tt_search.cgi
http://www.rabbitridgenursery.com/fruit/figs
http://www.logees.com/browse-by-comm..._store=default
http://flatbushfigfarm.tumblr.com/
https://www.fourwindsgrowers.com/fru...ries/figs.html
http://encantofarms.com/
http://www.figsgalorenursery.com/abo...-availability/
http://www.treesofantiquity.com/inde...ort=20a&page=1
http://www.hirts.com/Fruit-Berry-Pla...s/b/2347067011
https://www.rollingrivernursery.com/...s-ficus-carica
http://www.threefoldfarm.org/store

For our Canadian members:
Adrianos: http://adrianosfigtrees.com/varieties.html
Brugmansia: http://brugmansia-quebec.com/Index_ang.html

For our European members:
Baud: http://www.fig-baud.com/figuiers.html

Citrus:
https://www.fourwindsgrowers.com/index.php


Does not have a great reputation:
http://www.floridahillnursery.com/fi...ree-plants-c-8

Not Trusted:

http://www.tytyga.com/

Subject: Friends fig tree Replies: 17
Posted By: COGardener Views: 497
 
On most phone cameras in the settings you can reduce the resolution when taking the pics to make them smaller and more web friendly.

Subject: Fresh Carini cuttings available for purchase Replies: 36
Posted By: COGardener Views: 1,037
 
I got some last year, was able to root this variety even as a first time rooter.  The tree grows strong and will have fruit next season, I can't wait to try them!

Thanks for everything Frank!

Subject: Cray cray on the electrical tape method, one plant per node!!! Replies: 26
Posted By: COGardener Views: 603
 
Oh my yes.  I was wondering as well until I read that.

Thank you James!

Subject: Cray cray on the electrical tape method, one plant per node!!! Replies: 26
Posted By: COGardener Views: 603
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by starch
Dude, that is crazy! (excuse me, cray cray).
So you can take the tape off eventually and it won't rip off the roots? That is awesome! (Having electrical tape in the warm moist soil of an edible plant probably isn't the best thing in the world. )
I am definitely going to try this idea. Thanks for sharing it!


Look at James' post on the link above, be sure to put the sticky side out!

Subject: Cray cray on the electrical tape method, one plant per node!!! Replies: 26
Posted By: COGardener Views: 603
 
Interesting.

Thank you Matt

Subject: Cray cray on the electrical tape method, one plant per node!!! Replies: 26
Posted By: COGardener Views: 603
 
Cool, I look forward to seeing the results.  Do you have pics of your first go round?

Subject: Cray cray on the electrical tape method, one plant per node!!! Replies: 26
Posted By: COGardener Views: 603
 
Do you girdle the branch at all?

Do you have pics that show the results or is this your fist attempt?

You added no details nor comments.  Where did you see this technique?

Subject: Cray cray on the electrical tape method, one plant per node!!! Replies: 26
Posted By: COGardener Views: 603
 
I'm sorry, this is new to me, what is the point and the final outcome?

Subject: Unknown Cuttings Package Replies: 45
Posted By: COGardener Views: 1,368
 
Alright, you got me.

PM sent.

Subject: What do most people do wth a lot of their figs. Replies: 27
Posted By: COGardener Views: 477
 
I don't know but I hope to find out!!!

Subject: Want to trade or buy cuttings Replies: 5
Posted By: COGardener Views: 194
 
That was fast and easy Steve.  Congrats.

Subject: Fig Cuttings Replies: 66
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,716
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by dfoster25
Working on the next batch now.


Can't wait!

Thank you!

Subject: trustworthy cutting/tree sources Replies: 5
Posted By: COGardener Views: 124
 
Be patient, there will be a plethora of cutting coming available very soon.  Additionally, if you looking for something particular, just ask if anyone will have some you can buy.

Subject: Strawberry Verte Replies: 27
Posted By: COGardener Views: 626
 
I have both, I hope to try some figs off of at least one of them next year.  Looks and sounds like a keeper.

Subject: What is your favorite tasting Fig this year? Replies: 41
Posted By: COGardener Views: 722
 
I only had three varieties produce figs this year LSU IC, Hardy Chicago and Sweet George.  They were all good, yet the Sweet George really stood out for me.  I should have many more to try next year.

Is it next year yet??? 

Subject: Hmari - awesome fig! Replies: 7
Posted By: COGardener Views: 251
 
Looks great Dennis! Off of your recommendation, I'll have to start looking for one.

Subject: Harvesting delicious figs every day ,even after hard frost,we had on October 16. Replies: 21
Posted By: COGardener Views: 543
 
Real nice Herman, I have many of those I hope to taste next year.  The rest I hope to add.

Subject: looking for some desert king cuttings Replies: 14
Posted By: COGardener Views: 356
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by aphahn
I will have lots of Desert King cuttings that I'll happily send for postage. I'll start a topic once the cuttings are ready. I purchased my tree from Raintree a few years ago. It has been a strong grower, but is unfortunate not productive in my climate. The whole 6' tree is also available if anyone wants to come to Denver and get it. Though, I wouldn't recommend it for the south west.


I still keep thinking about giving it a try, what do you think our climate is lacking? 

Subject: End cutting sealed with max Replies: 11
Posted By: COGardener Views: 327
 
The roots will push right through it with no problem, DO NOT REMOVE THE WAX!

Subject: Annual Wish-List of 6 most desirable cuttings for 2015-16 Replies: 90
Posted By: COGardener Views: 3,909
 
Their website did say shipping would commence again come September 30th. Nothing on the site had a price or availability until just a couple of days ago. Apparently, they decided to start shipping a little early or at least taking orders to ship a little earlier than expected. Additionally, they're showing a few new cultivars to what they had last year. I have an alert set up for when the Black Maderia is available hopefully it's this year. I have a real Black Maderia I would like to compare it to theirs.   

Subject: Annual Wish-List of 6 most desirable cuttings for 2015-16 Replies: 90
Posted By: COGardener Views: 3,909
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by brettjm
For those who are interested....

Just fruits and exotics just opened up from summer.  Already sold out black madeira (or never had any more) and a couple others, but they've got some popular varieties such as Smith, VDB, improved celeste, champagne, and hollier, to name a few.  I've never done business with them, but my understanding is that they're quite a good retailer.  I got REALLY excited about hollier before I killed mine as a cutting, so I might jump on that one myself.  They seem to have a knack for catering to the hobbiest, or so it would seem.


I got three Fig trees from JF&E last X-Mas all in 3 gallon pots, made it to Colorado in perfect shape, grew and fruited.  Highly recommended!

Subject: Annual Wish-List of 6 most desirable cuttings for 2015-16 Replies: 90
Posted By: COGardener Views: 3,909
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by sbmohan
I am surprised no body mentioned Kathleen Black. Either everyone has it or people don't know about this fig.


I was fortunate enough to taste one at Tim Clymers Three Fold Farm, So far the Kathleen's Black is one of my favorite, and one I'm super thankful I already have.

In my book it is premier cultivar. 

Subject: De Damaite fron Raintree Replies: 6
Posted By: COGardener Views: 241
 
Thank you for the response Peter, I appreciate the insight and look forward to further evaluation from you.

Subject: De Damaite fron Raintree Replies: 6
Posted By: COGardener Views: 241
 

Is it on the chopping block because you don't want to give it a couple to years to mature and come into it's own, or do you already have one that is similar?  What about it was not impressive?

I'm still pretty new so I always ask.  It is hard to tell from the photo, but it does not appear to completely ripe, if so that could be a big part of the disappointment.

Subject: Annual Wish-List of 6 most desirable cuttings for 2015-16 Replies: 90
Posted By: COGardener Views: 3,909
 
Longue D'Aout  (acquired thank you Frank!!)
Italian 258
Galicia Negra
Beall
Violet de Sollies
Pan E Vino (light and dark)

Subject: Spots on Green Ischia Leaves Replies: 3
Posted By: COGardener Views: 285
 
The older leafs on mine have done the same thing, and we went from the 70's to the 90's.  It seems to me that it is just a little bit of shock, the new leafs on mine are adjusted and showing no issues.  Sun burn perhaps.

Subject: Jolly tiger fig mystery Replies: 46
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,058
 
Here and I thought every one took green cutting from their trees and then mow them into oblivion. 

Guess I'll have to put those days behind me now.   So weird! !!!!

Subject: anyone heard from Charlie? Replies: 6
Posted By: COGardener Views: 481
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by cis4elk
Do you think he's trapped in his grow room forest of fig trees, barely surviving on a diet of fungus gnats and fig leaf tea?


That sounds delightful Calvin. 

Subject: Do I need to re Fertilize after all this rain? Replies: 4
Posted By: COGardener Views: 372
 
I was wondering the same thing.  We are currently experiencing the wettest year I remember ever having in Colorado Springs.  This year we have already seen "officially" 28.77 inches, my weather station has recorded over 35 inches.  Kind of crazy for being in the DESERT.

Subject: A neglected fig tree In Texas Replies: 34
Posted By: COGardener Views: 937
 
If the fence is 8' then that tree is 16'+.

Super nice! 

Subject: anyone heard from Charlie? Replies: 6
Posted By: COGardener Views: 481
 
Charlie....  where are you. 

I'm wondering about the single nodes as well. 

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
Excellent Brian, thank you, I'm looking forward to that report. 

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
I picked up 6 from pftp including the Pappa John.

Subject: New Replies: 11
Posted By: COGardener Views: 325
 
A 5 day trek is quite a distance to drive indeed.  Perhaps if you talk to them by phone they may ship to you given the circumstances. 

I'm in zone 5 at high elevation as well, my put culture figs do great. 

Subject: New Replies: 11
Posted By: COGardener Views: 325
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Shailu
Thank you so much COGardener. I checked out both sites and one of nurseries does not ship, pick up only in Ontario. Now that is a long drive
 

Your welcome. 

Oh darn. ...have to go to the nurserie to pick out figs. .....  I wish I had one of those here. 

Subject: Fig Sources For The PNW Replies: 11
Posted By: COGardener Views: 661
 
If there is something your looking for, start a thread and ask.  Be sure to pay a reasonable price plus shipping.  If someone has extras that they want to sell, they will contact you.  

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
Very interesting.  Well, I guess I'll start to get a better idea what I have in a couple years.  Thank you all!

Subject: New Replies: 11
Posted By: COGardener Views: 325
 
Here is a link that has a couple Canadian Nurseries, both great places to find nice trees.  Just scroll down a little.

http://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-home/18616-online-fig-distributors

Subject: Olympian Replies: 139
Posted By: COGardener Views: 9,882
 
That is great Brian!  I'm really hoping all goes well and they don't drop or a critter beats me to them.

Subject: OT small space herb garden Replies: 5
Posted By: COGardener Views: 268
 
I've seen that system on several gardening sites.  Easy and space saving for sure, personally, I just don't like the look of the pallet. 

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
Thank Rick.

I will be gladly growing them both out to see what I have. 

Thank you for your help. 

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
Rick,

That would be a great time.... but I live in Colorado. I hope to be in the area later this year, we shall see how things work out. 

Like I  said I have an LSU black that I ordered from ptfp and a cutting I  rooted from a generous member that was labeled Scott's black.  I hope they are different, if so great, if not fine..... 

Thank you for the response, I look forward to jason's answer. 

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
Thank you Danny

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
Bump

I've been hoping someone would chime in with an answer here.

Subject: 1st figs of summer almost ripe Replies: 11
Posted By: COGardener Views: 554
 
They all look fantastic, I hope mine look like that next year. 

Subject: Picture of a Spider on my Tree. Good or bad? Replies: 9
Posted By: COGardener Views: 485
 
All spiders are good. 

Subject: Give people what they want? Replies: 13
Posted By: COGardener Views: 1,042
 
Sid, sounds like quite the under taking. I wish well on your quest. You'll find cuttings come the northern hemisphere fall, not much until then. 

Subject: Is Scotts Black = LSU Black ? Replies: 48
Posted By: COGardener Views: 2,950
 
I just got an LSU black from Petals from the past and I am hardening off a cutting from a very generous member that was lacked Scott's black. 

I now am very curious to see if they are the same, simular, different or through the chain of custody have been mislabeled. 

Subject: First air layers of the season Replies: 21
Posted By: COGardener Views: 422
 
Look great John!  I started one on my Sweet George the beginning of last month in a one gallon nursery pot.  I will look to pull it toward the end of next month.