The Fig Tree Guy

Category: Rooting Fig Cuttings

  • Cutting Development Stages

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    I am trying to help customers of mine understand what they are buying. Most fig cuttings are taken from dormant trees, but some cuttings, when taken during the summer, are green and come from trees that are not dormant. At this stage the cutting doesn’t have any roots and its bark is smooth. At this…

  • Rooting Fig Cuttings in Water

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    Rooting figs in water requires careful attention, as the water needs to be changed daily. Occasionally, I skip a day—but never more than that—because staying vigilant is key. The process is “simple”. It will take about two weeks for tiny bumps to start forming at the bottom of the cuttings. Approximately four weeks later, you…

  • My Name is Evan and I am a Fig Addict

    My Name is Evan and I am a Fig Addict

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    Rooting fig cuttings is both a science and an art, and when you’re passionate about figs, it can quickly take over your space—in the best way possible! Around the house, you’ll find fig cuttings in all stages of growth, sitting in fig-pops, water cups, and pots filled with dirt. Each method has its unique charm…

  • YES! The Fig-Pops Started to Root!

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    Fig lovers, rejoice! About three weeks ago, I started a whole bunch of fig-pops at home using cuttings from my own varieties: Violette de Bordeaux, Red Lebanese, Brown Turkey, Magnolia, and several unknown types. In addition, I began rooting two other varieties that I purchased online: Pastilière (5 cuttings) and Campaniere (3 cuttings). I always…

  • Partial Fig Rooting Setup

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    Here I am, rooting about 50 cuttings of various fig varieties and I am also rooting another 200+ cutting in another room. Some are in water, while others are in soil. While pruning a neighbor’s fig tree, I came across several branches with well-developed roots that I was able to save. These cuttings are now…

  • Rooting Pastilliere Cuttings

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    My recent Pastiliere fig acquisition has been an exciting addition to my collection! I purchased four cuttings from figbid.com, but the generous seller, Roundrockroots, sent five. The entire process was seamless, and the quality of the cuttings exceeded my expectations. The Pastiliere fig, also known by its many names—DFIC 47, Pastellère, Hirta Du Japon, Rouge…

  • Little Cutting is Growing Up

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    I wish I could go back in time and use a transparent to-go cup. I know it has grown some roots, but now I can’t see the progress because the pot I chose isn’t ideal for rooting cuttings. Ach! That said, the branch is showing a lot of healthy progress, and I’m so glad I…

  • Always Wash the Cuttings First

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    It makes no difference whether you purchased the cuttings or they are your own—you must wash them before proceeding.I use an old toothbrush, water, and a little dishwashing soap. You can imagine the rest: I brush them thoroughly, rinse them with water, and then set them on a dry paper towel to air dry.Don’t skip…

  • My Newest Acquisition: Pastilliere

    My Newest Acquisition: Pastilliere

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    Good golly, Miss Molly! Look at the first cutting—just look at it! It’s HUGE! This is the thickest cutting I’ve ever purchased. There was a tiny fracture at the bottom, but I trimmed it with my pruners. I washed them with cold water and dish soap, then brushed them with a toothbrush. I added a…

  • IT’S ALIVE! IT’S ALIVE!

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    Evan Panagiotopoulos

    My first blog post was about a fig cutting that I almost tossed onto the compost pile because it was just too small. Well, look at it now! It’s grown a tiny leaf and is alive and well. It took nine days for this leaf to emerge, and the cutting was in water for about…