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Subject: Tallahassee Fig Orchard 2013 Update Replies: 51
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Thanks Nick, yes the hedges serve as a repository for the extras. They are three for good. I harvest figs, cuttings and air layers from them.

As for the the SUV incident... Never let a student driver use your fig orchard to practice parallel parking. LOL.

Subject: Tallahassee Fig Orchard 2013 Update Replies: 51
Posted By: FMD Views: 2,151
 
https://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-home/88493-orchard-update

Subject: Tallahassee Fig Orchard 2013 Update Replies: 51
Posted By: FMD Views: 2,151
 
Hopefully, later this month. Thanks

Subject: Ponte Tresa @ $415 at ebay Replies: 69
Posted By: FMD Views: 2,410
 
John, I understand and appreciate your perspective. I believe that one can be a great contributor to the fig community and at the same time buy and sell fig material at ridiculously high prices. Our mutual friend Rafed is a great example of that. In any field, you will find a full spectrum of views and endeavors. The only bad guys in all of this are the intentional scammers we've seen on eBay.

By the way, I have Rafed's Genovese Nero and Ponte Tresa cuttings in a $7 lotto on the other fig forum as we speak. The tickets are selling fast.

Subject: Ponte Tresa @ $415 at ebay Replies: 69
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Try as I might, I just don't get it. Why the anger? And to whom is it specifically directed? Who are the bad guys in this soap opera?

Subject: My Inventory Replies: 16
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Igor, Rob IM'ed me the errors and I've edited the blog. Thanks.

The inside was not as red as from the mother tree, nor the green. I gave a few possibilities for that on the blog.

Subject: My Inventory Replies: 16
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Thanks Dale, I need all the help I can get. I'll edit these errors out soon.

Subject: My Inventory Replies: 16
Posted By: FMD Views: 467
 
I am very proud of having gotten off my ass and created a list of my in-ground figs, so I'd like to share with this forum as I did with ourfig.com community.

Click the red link below in my signature.

Subject: Why? Replies: 110
Posted By: FMD Views: 1,837
 
This is precisely why I hardly ever post on this board anymore.

Subject: PBS - A Chef's Life Season 3, Ep. 3: Gettin’ Figgy With It Replies: 9
Posted By: FMD Views: 162
 
Every fig in NC is a Brown Turkey even when it is a Celeste, I guess.

Subject: Atreano Replies: 52
Posted By: FMD Views: 2,701
 
Not upset at all. I hadn't considered the leaves, just the fruit, so I defer to you guys.

Subject: Atreano Replies: 52
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Says, it was an established tree but it was also an unusual winter. No matter, I'm actually glad it got pruned to the ground.

Chris, they do look like Atreano to me.

Subject: Atreano Replies: 52
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My Atreano died down to the ground las winter for the first time ever, so now I am enjoying some late figs. No splitting so far.

Subject: 3 Gallon Black Madeira $29.99 Replies: 71
Posted By: FMD Views: 4,244
 
It might be a Col. Littman Black Cross coming from Just Fruits. Not a bad fig at all, but not a BM either.

http://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-home/29539-pretty-fig-and-a-contest-too

Subject: De La Reina (MP) Breba Replies: 19
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Good one, Leon! I hope you get a lot of main figs to try this year.

Subject: i didn't mean to ignore everyone.. Replies: 41
Posted By: FMD Views: 1,041
 
Pete, the last thing on your mind should be who you owe plants to. Concentrate on getting better for yourself and for your family. Once you are ready to rebuild your collection, we are all ready to contribute. Count on it!

Subject: 115 + Replies: 63
Posted By: FMD Views: 2,000
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by HarveyC
I don't know.  I made good progress on creating a consolidated list last August but then got busy with farm chores and now am further behind than ever.  I need an office manager! ;)


LOL

I need to hire a fig manager/consultant/squirrel killer for my growing collection.

Subject: Violette Dauphine Replies: 21
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Thanks for posting these incredible pictures, Leon. And thanks for sharing the plant with me. The bid is up to $325!!!

Subject: Violette Dauphine Replies: 21
Posted By: FMD Views: 3,159
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Gina
Fig Whisperer, that is a beautiful fig, especially the top photo! What state are you in?


Gina, it looks like he is a neighbor of yours...LA CA.

Subject: Violette Dauphine Replies: 21
Posted By: FMD Views: 3,159
 
If anyone is looking to add this incredible fig to their collection, check this out...Here

Subject: Free cuttings! Replies: 48
Posted By: FMD Views: 3,905
 
Allen, could any of the ones you described be Celeste?

Subject: BACK AGAIN Replies: 18
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Joe, I am going to thank you once again for introducing the San Donato Di Ninea fig to me via Joe G. and in turn to dozens of others. It is a world-class fig from Calabria. I hope your tree is still producing excellent fruit for you.

Subject: OT Pomgranite in Florida Replies: 9
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You will find Wills and many other former members at the new fig forum listed below.

Subject: Rooting in Coir Replies: 93
Posted By: FMD Views: 5,458
 
Great to hear so many great success stories! 

I did a trial recently comparing coir with a modified version of Harvey's method using 16 similar cuttings of the same fig variety. The coir method won hands down, in quality, quantity and timing. Despite these wonderful successes, there are some who have reported disastrous failures. I am not sure why since coir is so forgiving when it comes to moisture problems. 

Subject: Banned members Replies: 112
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If the ban on Wills and Kelby hold, it will be a turning point for me on this forum. And others as well.

Subject: Tapla's Review- Container Soils - Water Movement and Retention XXI Replies: 15
Posted By: FMD Views: 576
 
Spoiler Alert:
(Synopsis for those who are impatient)

The 5:1:1 mix:

5 parts pine bark fines, dust - 3/8" (size is important)
1 part sphagnum peat (not reed or sedge peat please)
1-2 parts perlite (coarse, if you can get it)
garden lime (or gypsum in some cases)
controlled release fertilizer (if preferred)

Big batch:
2-3 cu ft pine bark fines
5 gallons peat
5 gallons perlite
2 cups dolomitic (garden) lime (or gypsum in some cases)
2 cups CRF (if preferred)

Small batch:
3 gallons pine bark
1/2 gallon peat
1/2 gallon perlite
4 tbsp lime (or gypsum in some cases)
1/4 cup CRF (if preferred)

Subject: Hello from Sardinia Replies: 50
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Salve, Fico.
Welcome to the forum. There are many members here of Italian origin including myself. Sono di origine Calabrese, ho studiato a Padova e adesso vivo nella Florida. Siamo tutti grandi amanti di fichi.

Subject: More cuttings Replies: 8
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Nice, Mike. The forum rocks on with offers like this!

Subject: Available cuttings 1/26 Replies: 85
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Nice offer, Wills.
I'm sure some of the newer members will be very appreciative. Some older members too.

Subject: OT: Living on one dollar a day Replies: 9
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I've also seen it. Good mind expanding stuff.

Subject: Suspected eBay scammers with F4F ties Replies: 264
Posted By: FMD Views: 17,042
 
Oh, Oh...I think I may have been an unwitting participant in this fig conspiracy.

When I offered cuttings at a reasonable cost recently, I had one particular order for over 100 pieces. It came from an individual with a Russian sounding name and a Brooklyn address.

But if the end game is to sell them on eBay as rare cultivars, why not simply raid a local fig tree and label the cuttings accordingly?

Subject: Rooting in Coir Replies: 93
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I don't think there should be problems with the high humidity, Travis.
Coir will not contribute to mold unless the cuttings were old and decomposing to start with. If you are worried that there is too much water left in the coir, you can always leave the lid off the bin for a few days. However, one of the big advantages to coir is how forgiving it is regarding the range of moisture it can tolerate.
If the cuttings are relatively fresh, you should have great results.

Subject: Rooting in Coir Replies: 93
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aaa, glad you enjoyed the picture.
It is a Ponte Tresa fig. Story and more pics can be found here:

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
Posted By: FMD Views: 3,073
 
May the cuttings root so that more fig trees can be spread throughout the land.

Subject: Article About Dr. Ed O'Rourke | "The Fig Man On Campus" Replies: 15
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What I liked most about the article, Jimmie, was that we forum fignuts were officially acknowledged in a very positive way. 
We do have value after all! Hurray for us!
 

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
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Thanks Jimmie, good to see you posting. Looking forward to seeing you over the holidays.

Angela, I am out of a few varieties but should have plenty left of the others for you. Email me.

Subject: Thank you Frank / FMD ! Replies: 4
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It was a pleasure meeting you, James. 
And yes, you appeared to be lucid during your brief visit despite the lack of sleep.
Thanks for bringing me the Hunt from Just Fruits.

Subject: Your first name at least... Replies: 52
Posted By: FMD Views: 1,680
 
We should have a prize for the most common first name. Let's start...

Frank            2
Everyone Else 0

Subject: New member saying hello Replies: 26
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Hi Joe.
My best advice is to turn and walk away from the fig "hobby" as fast as you are able before it is too late. The addictiveness of growing figs rivals that of crack, so unless you are ready to say goodbye to your garage, extra bedroom and all of your free yard and driveway space, walk away immediately. 

If you don't believe me, read this first.

If that doesn't scare you off, then welcome aboard! :))

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
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Dennis, no worries. JD bequeathed a large Smith to me over the summer, so I'm good. I was just wondering if the CaBT produced yet. Mine is about 5 feet tall but no fruit yet. Can't wait.

Dale, let me know if there is something specific you were looking for from the list. It is never too late, although if I have to look at one more cutting today, I think I'll throw up.

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
Posted By: FMD Views: 3,073
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by WillsC
Frank....socks with sandals?  tsk tsk.   



What that is, the fashion police?
Glad the photo didn't show my Bermuda shorts, Wills.

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
Posted By: FMD Views: 3,073
 
photo 2.JPG 

Spent all day collecting the booty and all night packing. Phew!! Glad it's over.
I ran out of a couple of varieties but was able to accommodate all requests.

Thanks everyone, we'll do it again again next year.

Subject: Ya'll are a great bunch of folks. Replies: 21
Posted By: FMD Views: 853
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by WillsC
I agree but more like 98% good to 2% jackwagons:)  



LOLOL....

Truer words were never spoken. Let's not let that 2% spoil the barrel of figs....

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
Posted By: FMD Views: 3,073
 
Hi guys and gals. That's a nice response! 
Please bear with me while i go through all the emails. It's nasty out there, weather-wise and I have a job, but I should be able to get them out over this coming week-end.
Tomorrow morning, depending on how many more emails i receive, I may put a temporary pause on the offer until I catch up.

James, my avatar is a picture of the best tasting, best looking fig my palate and my eyes had the pleasure of meeting, Ponte Tresa. No cuttings yet, unfortunately.

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
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I can see that I am going to be swamped! Less than an hour into the offer and lots of requests. Good.

Please communicate through the email address provided. Send me an itemized list of what you want. I will get back to you with availability and further details.
Please be patient. The $6 cuttings are almost gone.
I will try and make the cuttings at least 6 inches long with at least 3 nodes. 


(James, it is an honor to be on your wife's hit list...hopefully she will not sick the FDLE on me. :)))

Subject: Cuttings - All done for now Replies: 53
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I am going to do a trial run of offering some cuttings for what I think is a reasonable cost for about a week. If things go well, I will extend the time..
Most are not cutting edge varieties but for some of the newbies it might be a cost effective means of stocking up on some standard fig types.
Please do a forum search for the varieties that are not familiar to you before asking about them as this would cut down on repetition.

Details here.


Update:
Done.
Thanks everyone.

Subject: Chris K Ukn! Replies: 40
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Wonderful story/intro, Chris.
Similar history for me except instead of Greece, substitute Italy. We are practically neighbors now. If you are ever traveling I-10, drop by and say hi.

Subject: Another unknown, small black fig Replies: 156
Posted By: FMD Views: 9,598
 
It's been 2 and 1/2 years ... almost.

 Anyone get a ripe fig form this potential FMV-free Black Ischia?

Subject: humid climate suggestions- Fla Replies: 12
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Wayne, here too. Rust Never Sleeps...

Subject: humid climate suggestions- Fla Replies: 12
Posted By: FMD Views: 743
 
Welcome, Florida.
There is huge amount of information on this forum that answers most of you questions. There are some excellent fig growers in FL who have overcome many of the problems you allude to. Invest some time and do a detailed search. WillsC from the Inveness area is currently growing 180+ fig varieties on his property...and he just only started a few years ago. He would be a great source for you.