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Subject: Fig pics and feeding the fish in my aquaponics system Replies: 5
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A pocket or sling made from the foot of a panty hose or knee high hose tied around the branch would keep that beautiful fig from feeding the tilapia again.  :)
Loved watching the fish lunch time, we used to take the kids down to the docks at the lake and throw out fish food.  Good memory, thank you!

Subject: Anybody got figs breaking dormancy? Replies: 105
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First weekend of the month, time to give drinks to the basement dwellers, AKA figs.
Opened the door, turned on the light and did double take, triple take!

My figs (except for Black Jack) have all gone past breaking bud, most have a couple inches of growth, one even has 6 - 8 inches of yellowish stems and leaves!  Dear God, in ONE month?  With no light? They have not been fertilized since August, they received 2 cups water first weekend of Jan, all are in 5 gallon paint buckets except the Black Jack, she is in a 10 gallon pot.
The one window in that room is covered in foil, no light gets in.  Unheated basement, the room they are in is on north side.  Just been darn mild except a few cold days.  Like three days ago overnight low was 2, had about 1 1/2 inch of snow.  Right now it's 63.  Go figure.  Of course, the hyacinths and daffodils outside are coming up too. 

So the big question is.... would it be best since they have budded and stretched out that I bring them upstairs to a sunny room out of direct light?  Or something else?  I am still shocked and scratching my head! 

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Originally Posted by Charlie
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Originally Posted by KCMarie
I'm thrilled to see others excited about the Black Jacks!  Best wishes to all, and good growing!


Thanks for best wishes Marie. My tree came in.  Don't remember ordering it 6' tall but guess I did.  It's now the biggest fig tree I have.    


Wow, congratulations Charlie!  6 foot gonna be a huge jump start for your Black Jack!

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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I'm thrilled to see others excited about the Black Jacks!  Best wishes to all, and good growing!

Subject: Cold Hardy Collection Replies: 62
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Thanks Aaron, nice cuttings arrived today and are in refrigerator, chilling! 

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Originally Posted by snaglpus
Welcome back Marie!  I'm glad to hear you were on vacation having fun in the sun!  I have 3 large Monrovia Black Jacks and one from Jason and another one from OGW.  They are not cold hardy at all even in my climate.  When does it start to warm up in your area?  Mine are outside in pots but I am contemplating bringing them in.  We've already reached 20 degree temps last month and I know January will be cold windy and icy.  So, I need to find more room for these guys.

You've done a great job with yours....beautiful color!  Kudos to you!  Despite what others might say, Black Jack does have a great taste.  Keep up the good work!  Great job...well done!


 
Dennis
It starts to warm up here Mid March into April.  Stays cold here longer too than in lovely Georgia.
I have some cold hardy varieties, they are two years old.  I have not put them in ground yet though, maybe next year! 

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Originally Posted by pino
Hi Marie
Great looking fig.  Were these grown a greenhouse or did you just move them in after it got cold?


Pino, my figs are all basement dwellers during the winter.  I have no greenhouse, so they stay outside til first hard freeze, then I take them downstairs until spring.  When spring arrives, we do the fig shuffle back and forth to the garage. 

This coming spring will be a bit tougher as I have 13 more plants to move than I did last spring.  ;)
I am very thankful to the Receiving Dock at work which allows me to borrow the GOOD wheeled dolly which is much better than the one I have!  I may treat myself to one like it this spring.

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Hi guys!  I am back, left on holiday and just got home. 
Thanks all for your wonderful comments, I appreciate them!

Dennis, yes she was a Monrovia plant.

I was out and about the Caribbean islands, and in 10 days saw not ONE, not one fig tree!  I had hoped to see some since it's so nice and warm there.  Does anyone know if it was a fluke that I saw none or is it because they can't grow there due to salt air or humidity?  The soil perhaps doesn't support growth?
Maybe I will post that question to the forum as a new topic, let's see if any of us on this thread know that answer.  Anyone?

Back to work this morning!  Thanks again everyone for your comments.

Subject: A nice video how dried figs in Turkey are produced Replies: 9
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Sure wish I had some with my breakfast!  Thank you for posting the video, very interesting!

Subject: My first ripe Hardy Chicago Replies: 11
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What a nice find there Charlie.  Looks juicy and sweet!

Subject: Ciccio Nero ripening nicely Replies: 36
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Hmm...nice food for thought, thank you Vladis!  My cold hardy varieties are going in ground next year so I will remember this wood box concept.  Thank you!

Subject: My first ever home grown figs! Replies: 18
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First ripe figs eaten increases the desire to have more figs. 

First ripe figs eaten from plant you've grown and nurtured increases the desire to grow more figs! 

Congratulations Phil!

Subject: Ciccio Nero ripening nicely Replies: 36
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Looks like it's a prolific plant!  What a joy to be able to have an inground plant produce so nicely in a Zone 6. 
Good job there, Pino!

Subject: Espalier fig project - Japanese method Replies: 61
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Very interesting!  Especially since it's so close being in Lawrence!  Please do post the progress as next year unfolds.
Thank you!

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Charlie and Greenbud, here are some pics of the fully ripe Black Jack.  Sure was a tasty treat! 

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Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Here you go, Tam.  As requested a picture of the Black Jack leaves. 
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Sorry for the photo bombing dog!

Subject: dark chocolate dipped figs Replies: 14
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Yummmmm! Now that is over the top!

Subject: Today's plate - 5 varieties Replies: 12
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Good job Frank, they all look delicious!

Subject: My European Fig Vacation Replies: 101
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Feasting with my eyes wide open.
Glad you had an eventful trip and made it home with wonderful memories and are sharing with us. Thank you!

Subject: Help identifying please Replies: 6
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I can't help identify but it sure looks good, although probably will be more ripe if left longer.  It's a good looking fig though for sure.  Welcome to the forum, and I'm sure someone will come along and help identify your fig.

Subject: OT-Ever wonder what our members look like? Replies: 313
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Maris, that video is wonderful!  Very nice, you live in a beautiful location, thank you for sharing!

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Fertilizer I use is Miracle Grow, the original one, half strength every two weeks.  Soil is organic container potting soil with some Vermiculite and some Perlite added to help keep it light since these are container plants here in the Midwest.  I topped off the soil with about 2 inches of mulch to help keep moisture levels more constant and prevent drying out or over heating.  This summer was fairly mild, so on the few hot hot days, I moved the portable fig forest closer to the end of the patio where the neighbor's japanese maple would provide a bit of shade from 3pm til about 6:30pm.  Other than that, they stay in full sun. 
I'm currently patiently waiting for the bright purples of fully ripe.  Think another 3 or 4 days!  Supposed to get thunderstorms and or rain later today, if so - I am bringing these Black Jacks under cover so they don't get watered down or split.

I'm thrilled others are appreciating these lovelies!

Subject: Help in identifying my fig Replies: 21
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Are cuttings allowed from Canada into the US?  If so, I'd be very interested since I am also in a colder location, a 5b.
Welcome to the forum!

Subject: Seattle purple unknown beauty! +2 new pic Replies: 24
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Grasa,
If you have more cuttings available now or in the future, I would be interested in trying them here in Kansas City.  I would compensate you for your time and postage as well.  Just PM me sometime if you would.
Thank you!

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Originally Posted by Charlie
Beautiful !  Hmmm I don't have that one yet.  Can you describe the flavor?  I've only ever had one ripe Celeste that was like a melon flavor.  Be sure and take pics when you harvest! 

I'll take a picture when fully ripe for ya Charlie!  To me, they have a jammy rich flavor, sweet, crunchy but not overly so, thin skinned.  Strawberry/plummy overtones. 


Subject: Got a Fig from my "Black Jack" rooting Replies: 14
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Very nice!  I too have Black Jacks, with two tall mature plants in large pots and some one year olds in 5 gallon buckets for now.  Just turning ripe here in Kansas City area.  Still have quite a few green ones that are just starting to blush and swell, so thankful that our weather is holding out so they can ripen!
The Hardy Chicagos are still producing too, been a good year altho late. 
Congrats on a good looking fig!

Subject: Seattle purple unknown beauty! +2 new pic Replies: 24
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Lovely fig!  Great size.  Is this the same that you previously had offered cuttings from?

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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Thanks guys!  I am glad to know you all are around!  I noticed another posting today for Black Jacks, going to go visit that thread now that I have some time.  Thanks again!

Subject: My Black Jacks Replies: 55
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I know some here do not appreciate the lowly Black Jack, but I cherish their looks and their flavor.  May their fine form and colors be enjoyed.

They are especially large this year, although quite a bit later than last year.

Enjoy!

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Subject: OT storm damage Replies: 7
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So sorry to see that picture!  Good news about the figgies though. Glad all is well otherwise!

Subject: First try at dehydrating Replies: 25
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Nice, Good job and great pictures! 

Subject: First try at dehydrating Replies: 25
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Looking forward to the day I have enough fruit to dehydrate! 
These look fantastic, waiting on tomorrow's new pics!  Thanks for sharing.

Subject: Latarolla 2014 Replies: 14
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Very nice! How was the taste?

Subject: Tex inspired Candied Figs Replies: 13
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Sure wish I could figure out definitively the recipe. Would not want to use precious figs and have a bad result due to translation issue. The pictures of the final product are stunning!

Subject: Ice Crystal air layer progress Replies: 27
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Thanks guys, I'll keep my eyes open for a US Ice Crystal. It is such a beauty that if I didn't get figs, it would still be ok. It could surprise me too and that would be welcome!

Subject: Cold Hardy Fig List by Flavor Replies: 61
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Awesome job, thanks for putting this together in one place. Much appreciated!
I am still waiting (patiently even) for cuttings of Florea, Sal's and maybe Stella. If anyone will have some available come winter or spring, please keep me in mind.

Subject: Ice Crystal air layer progress Replies: 27
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Is the Ice Crystal fig available for sale anywhere in the US? I've not found it here - only in Europe. Kansas City needs to have one tried in my location. I am a dreamer, but I am a fig growing dreamer.

Subject: A fig starts to change color in Kansas City Replies: 5
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Will keep you all updated on the Black Jack. I'm curious too! My profile pic is figs from same plant last year, we'll see how she does this year.

Subject: A fig starts to change color in Kansas City Replies: 5
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Finally getting some darkening color here in Kansas City on the Hardy Chicago. 

I had pinched off most of the figlets but saved some for sampling!

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On the other hand, the Black Jack seems to have picked up some variegated colors on the figs.  Leaves are pure green, but look at the figs.  Any idea why they are variegated?  They did not do that last year.  It's a two year old container plant.  Completely healthy, and I think the figs are beautiful anyways!

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Subject: --- Hative d’Argenteuil (HdA) main (PIX) Replies: 11
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Stunning! Very good, look at the coloration, wow...just wow!! Igor, those are tops, congrats.

Subject: Photos of Early Season Fig Cultivars-A lot of Pictures Replies: 51
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Those are wonderful!  Very nice indeed Charles.  I would love to hear more about the fig pepper jelly and how it turns out.   

Subject: Newbie’s First Fig Replies: 13
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Great looking fig there, Jack.  Good job on nurturing the Orphan! 
Just one question, where does one find a miniature quarter?  No way a real quarter could be so much smaller than that lovely fig!  Smiles...

Subject: Rooted cutting but roots going up? Replies: 10
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Thanks Aaron! I'll really be talking nice to the cutting now and be super encouraging to it! Man I love dark figs! I'm glad you told me. Excited now!

Subject: Rooted cutting but roots going up? Replies: 10
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Yes, there was more moisture above than below.  It was definitely one that tested my patience and thankfully decided to finally do something!  The other two cuttings (other cultivars) were rooted and planted already,  both of those cuttings are crazy strong and the one especially is over a foot tall!  Good stock I gather!

Subject: Say Hello to Graduates of 2014 :) Replies: 19
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How convenient that you had that nice terrace just waiting for your figs!  Good job, Aaron!
If it starts getting difficult to walk between the plants as they grow, I will be much obliged to help you out by taking a few plants.   :)

Subject: Fig trees arrived! Replies: 19
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Well look at you!  Definitely got bit by the fig bug didn't you!  Nice plants.
4th July last year I bought two trees at a local nursery.  Now I have 8 plants.  Nice sickness.

Have fun!

Subject: Rooted cutting but roots going up? Replies: 10
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Thanks you guys!  Appreciate the info, I potted her up this afternoon and have her sitting in between a couple tomato plants so she gets some shade with a little bit of sun through the leaves.  I'm planning on just letting her sit there until I see some buds and leaves.  Learned something new on this cutting!  That's what I'm here for, trying to learn so I really appreciate the info !

Subject: Transplanted fig survival? (newbie questions) Replies: 22
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Welcome to the forum!
Others that have much more experience will come along and answer questions for you, I just started my fig journey a year ago July 4th! 

If it was me that had scored this nice find, I would try to baby them from the shock of transplant and being out of the ground for 8 hours.  Give them some shade, keep them moist, talk to them and encourage them.  For this winter I'd protect them for the same reason, give them a good start and then perhaps next year see how it goes.  By protect I mean giving them shelter and warmth.  Bring in the potted one to the basement or attached garage and allow it to go dormant for the winter.  Lots of posts here on how to over winter potted figs.

Again, welcome!

Subject: Rooted cutting but roots going up? Replies: 10
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Quote:
Originally Posted by sppsp
Marie, roots look great. Is there any moisture in there?


There was before I took the picture.  I took off the lid and there was some moisture, that's why I thought maybe the roots grew up to it.  I dunno, what are your thoughts on it?

Subject: Rooted cutting but roots going up? Replies: 10
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Good evening folks! 
I had received three cuttings in April that I got two to root and they are now very lovely plants.  The last cutting, it didn't root, had no buds, so I left its lid on and set it in the back bedroom where it got plenty of indirect light.  OK, so I kinda forgot about it since early June, ooops!! I went in the room yesterday and Holy Cow!  Look what I find!

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Why are the roots growing upwards?  I was thinking that may be where the moisture was inside the plastic bottle turned humidity dome.
I know she needs to be potted up real soon, but will the roots stay in the potting soil?  I would hate to think they keep trying to grow up to the skies. 
There are no buds on the cutting, I am hoping they appear someday. 

Any special tips on potting this up? 
Thank you!