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Subject: Too late in the season to transplant to a SWC? Replies: 7
Posted By: philos Views: 142
 
I would go for it!  I am not too sure about fertilizer, though. I usually only add fertilizer to my figs in the early spring.I have not issues replanting any figs, as long as you minimize damage or disruption to the roots when transplanting (unless, or course the plant is dormant).

Best of luck with the move.

Subject: my first ripe violette de bordeaux fig Replies: 16
Posted By: philos Views: 449
 
Definitely looking forward having mine fruit next year. Have heard many good things about this one fig over the years. Thanks for sharing!

Subject: Wishes Do Come True! Replies: 13
Posted By: philos Views: 404
 
That is certainly nice. I have met so many incredible people on this site!  --and here is evidence of more!
Best wishes with your little new plan (and plant!)

Subject: Whats your best overall fig of 2015 Replies: 51
Posted By: philos Views: 1,967
 
My Inground figs did not produce since they were all frozen by this years harsh winter. However, of all my potted figs, my overall winner was no doubt RDB. Great taste, excellent productivity, and most importantly: it was able to ripen fruit (and still is since it still has some fruit on it). 
Thanks for sharing the white ischia pics and info. They definetly look good, even though I do not carry that many white/green/yellow figs.

Subject: Pictures of my first Rdb figs this year Replies: 9
Posted By: philos Views: 304
 
Eric!!!!!  That looks amazing!!! --and tasty.

I think all the comments here are right on. I usually pick this particular kind (RDB) when it droops a bit more.  According to picture 1, and 2, probably in about 2 more days. They will be ripe, but the flavor will be kind of "figgy". where as if you give it a few more days, and wait for it to really droop and wrinkle up (in about 3-5 more days) it will become very sweet and taste a bit more "Honey/berry" like.
Of course, this findings are just according to my planting conditions at home. Should not be very different from you, since we are like neighbors.

I have not been around this site much lately, but I am sure glad to see you around!  we gotta get together again soon!

Subject: rooting problem Replies: 2
Posted By: philos Views: 178
 
Hi There,

I think what you have is ideal so far. At this particular stage I would leave the plant alone, as you want to see growth from both top and bottom. You want root growth, and of course you want you plant to break buds.  However, What I recommend (since this is what I do) is that I only allow a max of 2 buds to grow on top. Some people may disagree and only allow one. The reason for this is that you do not want the plant to focus so much energy on top growth instead of root growth.

Best of luck!

PS: at this phase you must really be watching out for humidity in your rooting terrarium/space. Too much humidity will easily kill that top growth.

Subject: VdB, RdB, and BM getting closer Replies: 16
Posted By: philos Views: 761
 
Deam!   That Black Madeira is looking real awesome!     Congrats on that! and good luck growing for the rest of the season.

Subject: Negronne vs VdB Replies: 18
Posted By: philos Views: 866
 
Interesting post: thanks for sharing. I was under the impression that both were the same and that they even get labeled as both often times. I think this action tends to make things a bit confusing for everyone and for identifying the characteristics of each.

I would also like to see this 2 figs compared to Nero 600m, as it is often compared to VDB.  any opinions on that?

Subject: Col de Dame Noir & Blanc 2015 Replies: 10
Posted By: philos Views: 385
 
Wow .. I have both!  but only the Blanc is fruiting.   So, how do the taste compare?  did you particularly like one better than the other?

Subject: zone 5b Replies: 38
Posted By: philos Views: 1,111
 
Nice Job Pedro. Thanks for sharing.
Are they Inground trees?

Subject: My visit with Slavi. The fig Artist Replies: 5
Posted By: philos Views: 326
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by DesertDance
  I thought I'd be seeing fig related paintings.


Same here.... LOL

Subject: Maltese Beauty GM155 ---trouble? Replies: 3
Posted By: philos Views: 231
 
Thanks guys!   I appreciate the feedback. Deep down I had a feeling the plant was doing Okay, but the curling up I have not seen with my other plants, and did make me a bit nervous.

Anyone have this same experience with a another fig tree?  (continuous curling up of leaves)

Subject: Bellclare plants Replies: 15
Posted By: philos Views: 795
 
Hi Barry! indeed, Bellcare refers to that famous nursery. The figs in this particular discussion refer to a few plants on sale currently on Ebay. Here is a link to the mentioned gentleman (Pete).
http://www.ebay.com/sch/figman1peter/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=

Subject: Nero 600M vs Violette dee Bordeaux Comparison Replies: 27
Posted By: philos Views: 1,130
 
Great video!

So you believe they are both equally cold hardy?  is the Nero600 reputation as being being real "Hardy" a myth?   have you examined their hardiness to identify if one trully lives up to the reputation? I would like to see a comparison of their Hardiness!  --As this would be the one variant in both.  perhaps...

Thanks for sharing!

Subject: Petite Negra RT Brebas 2015 Replies: 13
Posted By: philos Views: 399
 
That truly looks amazing! thanks for sharing.

Subject: Photos from cellphone? Replies: 19
Posted By: philos Views: 489
 
Congratulations on both the picture attaching learning experience and on those deliciously looking figs!

Subject: My visit with Slavi. The fig Artist Replies: 5
Posted By: philos Views: 326
 
That looked fun and interesting. Thanks for sharing!

Subject: Bellclare plants Replies: 15
Posted By: philos Views: 795
 
And seems to know his figs quite well!   -gotta love that!

Subject: Maltese Beauty GM155 ---trouble? Replies: 3
Posted By: philos Views: 231
 
Greetings Folks!    

I am super excited to finally get fruit from my Maltese Beauty this year after rooting it 2 1/2 years ago. I cannot wait to taste some of its fruit!!

However something has been strange about this plant in particular, and has had me thinking: the leaves have been curling up...symptomatic of when a fig tree is taking in too much water (please see pictures of plant in question). However, I have tried watering it less, controlling water intake, and the leaves seem to still stay curled up, as you see in the picture. There have been points when the plant gets "droopy" and in need of water, and the leaves are still curled up!

They have stayed this way for pretty much this entire growing season, and do not seem to just want to relax. As is visible, plant is growing well, there are plenty of Figs growing on it and there has been considerable growth.  Any recommendations?  / Suggestions?

Has anyone experienced this with another Maltese Beauty GM155??  -All my fig trees in containers (about 35 currently) do not have this problem. Only my Maltese Beauty.  Any ideas?

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Subject: Pictures PNW Granthams Royal Replies: 8
Posted By: philos Views: 494
 
Yummmi!

Thanks for sharing... literally!

Subject: Sicilian Black JR Unk Replies: 21
Posted By: philos Views: 699
 
Hi Pino, that fig looks incredible!!!
Please keep me in mind to trade a cutting or two if you get a chance this fall. I would loooove to try growing it here in my area to see how it performs. I will contact you about it when the time comes.
Congrats on those brebas, those images are incredible!

Subject: Bellclare plants Replies: 15
Posted By: philos Views: 795
 
Good stuff. He wont allow pick up, will only ship... he said.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/figman1peter/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=

Subject: Is this black maderia Replies: 11
Posted By: philos Views: 504
 
Yeah, I would say no to what I see. I have 2 black Maderia plants and they do not resemble that. However, they are infected with FMV and that does change their leaves a bit. Nevertheless, your leaf example does not really match what I have generally seen in BM.
Good luck with your growing!

Subject: My Goutte d' Or aka Doree is obviously not what it is supposed to be... Replies: 20
Posted By: philos Views: 1,756
 
Yeah, looks good, but not quite what was advertized. Could it be the soil and weather that changed it?

Subject: Mount Etna Figs Explained Video Replies: 25
Posted By: philos Views: 821
 
Thank you for the great information that you have now made available online. Also, for clearing out some questions regarding this matter.
Question: Is there a list of all -known and possible- Mount Etna Figs?

I must say that I was a bit shocked to see Dark Portugal there, but I can definitely now see the resemblance to the mentioned varieties.

Regards

Subject: Air Layers - Go big or go home! Replies: 24
Posted By: philos Views: 644
 
Amazing information!  thanks for sharing!

Subject: OT - Life is good! Replies: 10
Posted By: philos Views: 334
 
What a beauty!  congrats!

Subject: Newbie here hoping someone may help me out In identifying what this gaping hole is in the base of my new fig tree? Replies: 13
Posted By: philos Views: 463
 
Looks big and may cause a negative impression, but I would not worry about it.

Subject: Horizontal cordon fig trees Replies: 9
Posted By: philos Views: 446
 
That was certainly interesting. thanks for sharing. I may try something like it (my own variation) next year. Certainly worth the time to get ideas.

Subject: Off topics: Pistachio Replies: 14
Posted By: philos Views: 369
 
Good info!    I think this will be a hard one. I have read they are not too hardie to cold weather, and do enjoy arid land. Best of luck with the grafting!

Subject: Help dicolor of my fig tree Replies: 8
Posted By: philos Views: 317
 
I am sorry to see this very frustrating situation. One of the things I do is to try out figs, and see how they react to my area, and how well they do. If the fig does not work for you, and keeps dropping the figs after you have exhausted methods of care, I would suggest trying another variety in your area.

I have given away figs to other people (of course, in other Hardiness zones) to see if they have better luck with them.  That way, my work and care pay off with another variety... unless, of course, the particular tree has a sentimental value or something like that.

Best of luck there!

Subject: is it too late? Replies: 6
Posted By: philos Views: 295
 
I would go for it!   
I am planting 2 more inground in  about 2 days.
They will get much care, water, and tons of mulch.
Best of luck...
Oh, and yes:  Cover them extra well for the winter!   They will no doubt have Die back, but hopefully minimum.

Subject: question on possible Vasilika Sika Replies: 12
Posted By: philos Views: 718
 
My understanding is (and I am not an expert by no means!) that there are 2 types of known V. Sika. One with elongated leaves, and one without. I was under the impression one was sourced to Herman, and the other one to Bellclare Nursery. Am I wrong???

Subject: My Dall' Osso Replies: 38
Posted By: philos Views: 1,589
 
unique, indeed!
Update a pic on the insides, if you get a pic then... I have never seen one before. and I wonder about the taste, too!

Subject: Potted Plants wont stay heavy Replies: 8
Posted By: philos Views: 234
 
I definitely agree with everyone's comments thus far: It seems to me that it is time to up-pot into a 3 gallon, and use more soil if the mix is very "airy" and will drain very quick.  The constant loosing of water will most likely stress the plant and will result in less growth. I would suggest adding some pine back on mix, and even a nice coat on top of soil to prevent so much evaporation (if that's also affecting the loss of water).   Best of luck!

Subject: Bethlehem Black Breba Yum Yum! Replies: 7
Posted By: philos Views: 307
 
Thanks for sharing Donna, that looks good, I must say.  I am soo looking to get a fig from the one I rooted, but that will take a year for me :(

Subject: Brebas and cherries in Niagara Replies: 16
Posted By: philos Views: 376
 
Super, Pino!  
I can't believe you are already getting figs to ripe up there!  I am still waiting for anything to ripe here, and from what I see, it will be my Dark Portugal, in perhaps a couple of weeks....  I cannnottt waiiit any looooonger!!!!!

Thanks for sharing!!!!

Subject: How hot can it be for cuttings in Container Replies: 3
Posted By: philos Views: 213
 
I have left mine in a really hot shed outside without any problems! indeed, they rooted quite quick and had great success with that!
However, please note that real hot temperatures also mean lots of condensation/evaporation. Must check for moisture evaporating quick and drying up the cuttings if they are not 100% sealed.
good luck!

Subject: Video I made on 'How to Air Layer' Replies: 23
Posted By: philos Views: 490
 

Thank you for sharing your knowledge, Frank.  I bookmarked the video, as I will be trying air-layering in the next couple days. Great timing!!!!

Subject: going to bills figs, any recommendations on what to get? Replies: 21
Posted By: philos Views: 560
 
Oh gosh, here comes the rookie move:  Who is Bill?  where does he sell figs?   -sorry for the curiosity:)

Subject: OT- Goji berry Replies: 31
Posted By: philos Views: 1,529
 
WOW this is AMAZING!!  I am currently rooting Goji berries for the first time, and they are such vigorous growers!!  I am so excited,  and you just hyped me up even more with this post!!!!!!

Thanks for sharing!  :)

Subject: My Dall' Osso Replies: 38
Posted By: philos Views: 1,589
 
Hi Danny!   I cant see any of the images... I am unsure if the problem is on this side, or on the files you uploaded.   Bummer!  :(

Subject: Hello from the PNW. Replies: 16
Posted By: philos Views: 491
 
WELCOME!

Subject: Can Marseilles Black VS survive zone 5a? Replies: 5
Posted By: philos Views: 272
 
I agree with Ed. I am unsure weather it is possible or even worth the try. I would grow in pots, and then take them in for the winter. Then out in early spring... I do that currently, and I am in zone 6B.  all the varieties I have tried outside have vanished in this past few terrible winters.

However, all my potted trees are doing great!

My advice is that you grow in pots, and then root some cuttings from your plants. Once you have a established plant (3-4 year old) You try to plant that baby outside in early spring.  Let it stablish well in the ground, and then protect it extremely well that first winter. I think that there is a possibility that a more matured plant would make it. I think many people would and could disagree with me. But you will have cloned that plant, and you wont loose the entire plant.

Best wishes.

Subject: July 12th Nyack Street Fair Selling Fig Trees Replies: 14
Posted By: philos Views: 500
 
WOW!! --- This sounds Fantastic.  I will see if I can make it. Totally interested in stopping by. Thanks for the heads up Coop!

Subject: E- bay record. Dall Osso went off $1025 Replies: 25
Posted By: philos Views: 1,436
 
Mystery tree. Best wishes to the purchaser!  that is quite some cash. I could never afford such treat. Nor would I pay that that if I had the money... But to each his own!
Glad someone is making some nice $  :)

Subject: Not yet Root Bound question Replies: 20
Posted By: philos Views: 1,159
 
Great looking plants!   good move: Re-potting is always good when done before the plant is really struggling to keep in a small pot. I usually check the roots on my figs, and sometimes repott 2 to 3 times on the same year!  of course, it depends on how aggressively the specific variety is growing. I have had 2 varieties this year that are agressive growers and have kept me busy doing this type of work!!!

I usually keep my plants on part shade for a couple of days and place lots of Pine bark as mulch to help the plant re-establish and accommodate nicely.

Best of luck out there!

Subject: OT- prayer request Replies: 59
Posted By: philos Views: 1,367
 
Best wishes... Stay positive!!!

Subject: Black Ischia Replies: 47
Posted By: philos Views: 1,946
 
They look delicious!  Thanks for sharing!

Subject: Questions about figs Replies: 9
Posted By: philos Views: 307
 
Welcome and congratulations on your new addiction. There are many of us around indeed.Many helpful and awesome people in this place. See you around, and happy growing!