A Fig Grower’s Journey
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Doing the “fig shuffle”
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It’s February 18th, 2024, and this winter has been nothing short of relentless. The snow has piled high, the wind howls through the bare trees, and the biting cold lingers, making every day feel like a battle against the elements. Yet, amidst this icy gloom, a small triumph unfolds—my cuttings have rooted beautifully, their delicate…
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I treat this fig cutting like a king
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Ach! This is a Red Lebanese fig cutting that has just rooted. For the next few days, it will stay on the dining room table because it needs all the attention it can get. The history behind this cutting.I got this cutting from my first-year Red Lebanese fig trees, which I planted in my backyard…
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Rooting Figs: What a difference a day makes…
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The late Dinah Washington sang the song What a Difference a Day Makes and won the 1959 Grammy Award for Best Rhythm & Blues Performance. As I gazed at the roots of this Red Lebanese rooted cutting, I couldn’t help but start singing that song. The two images below are screenshots captured from my cellphone.…
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Exciting Growth Alert! Time to Start Fertilizing Your Fig Cuttings!
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You’ve started to notice new growth emerging on your fig cuttings—congratulations! This is a clear sign that your cuttings are transitioning from survival mode to active growth. However, at this stage, they won’t find any substantial nutrients in the rooting medium to support their development. Now is the perfect time to begin fertilizing to ensure…
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Update: Woodbury Public Library Workshop
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Exciting Update on the Fig Workshop at Woodbury Public Library! 🌱📚 Recently, I blogged about an upcoming workshop at the Woodbury Public Library scheduled for March 1, 2025—and today, I have a fantastic update for you! After checking the library’s website, I was thrilled to discover a beautifully designed flyer created by the dedicated library…
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Village-Wide Yard Sale 2025
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FOLKS, MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🌱 Exciting Falk news for all fig lovers and bargain hunters! The Village of Walden has officially announced the date for the 2025 village-wide yard sale—and guess what? I, The Fig Tree Guy, will be there, selling my beloved fig trees! 🏡🪴 📌 DATE: March 29, 2025📍 LOCATION: To be announced!…
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Managing Low Growth on Fig Cuttings
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Whenever I receive a new fig cutting, my first steps are always the same: wash it thoroughly and carefully remove the lowest leaf or branch buds to ensure healthy root development. However, as you can see in the image above, I made an exception this time—I left a small bump near the base of the…
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Placing Potted Figs Next to Foundation Wall Works!
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YES! I just finished watering my three potted fig trees, which I carefully winterized by placing them snugly against the eastern-looking foundation of the house and wrapping them with a concrete curing blanket. These extra steps were necessary to shield them from the brutal elements. Please remember that I live in New York, hardiness zone…
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Caring for Your Newest Acquisition
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So, you’ve just brought home your new fig tree—congratulations! Now, you’re probably wondering how to give it the best possible care. Whether you purchased it in a bag, cup, or pot, rest assured that I always make sure my figs are thoroughly watered before they leave my hands. I also make sure to inform every…
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Planning Ahead on February 1st for Better Gardening Soil
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A heartfelt thank you to the wonderful staff at Starbucks in Newburgh, New York, for their generosity in providing local gardeners with spent coffee grounds. Their contribution is not only a kind gesture but also an invaluable resource for those of us dedicated to enriching our soil naturally. I personally incorporate spent coffee grounds into…