Not So Long Ago…
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My name is Evan Panagiotopoulos, a.k.a. The Fig Tree Guy, and I am passionate about all aspects of fig cultivation.
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I captured this photo on November 27, 2024, just before temperatures plummeted below freezing. Preparing for the harsh New York State winter was no small feat, especially when it came to maneuvering those heavy plastic pots and the concrete curing…
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Keep Everything Clean and Sterile
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Each year, as I work with cuttings, I take great care to prevent cross-contamination. To ensure this, I diligently clean my tools both before and after every use. My go-to disinfectant is hydrogen peroxide, which I purchase from the local…
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[Poughkeepsie] Workshop: All About Fig Cultivation
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Join me at the Adriance Memorial Library in Poughkeepsie, New York, for two hours packed with fig knowledge! Discover the care, and cultivation of fig trees, along with tips and tricks to help your fig-growing journey thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener…
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[Gardiner] Workshop: All About Fig Cultivation
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Join me at the Gardiner Library in Gardiner, New York, for two hours packed with fig knowledge! Discover the care, and cultivation of fig trees, along with tips and tricks to help your fig-growing journey thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or…
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[Walden] Workshop: All About Fig Cultivation
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Join me at the Josephine-Louise Public Library in Walden, New York, for two hours packed with fig knowledge! Discover the care, and cultivation of fig trees, along with tips and tricks to help your fig-growing journey thrive. Whether you’re a seasoned…
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[Highland Mills] Fig-ure It Out: Mastering the Art of Growing Fig Trees
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Join me at the Woodbury Public Library, Rushmore Memorial Branch in Highland Mills, New York, for two hours packed with fig knowledge! Discover the care, and cultivation of fig trees, along with tips and tricks to help your fig-growing journey…
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Experiment #486
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Well, not really—but I do love experimenting, especially when it comes to my figgies. I’m always eager to try different and sometimes unorthodox methods in my gardening adventures. Whether it’s tweaking propagation techniques, testing new rooting mediums, or experimenting with…
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Cleanliness is Next to Godliness
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Well, I’m not going religious here, so let me explain. This phrase perfectly captures the importance of keeping things clean and orderly, especially when it comes to fig propagation. Clean tools and workspaces aren’t just about tidiness—they’re crucial for preventing…
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Do as I tell you, but not as I do
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In late fall I take cuttings from my trees that I grow in my backyard. During the winter, I root these cuttings, and by early spring, they’re ready to be shared with fellow fig enthusiasts. One of my favorite trees…
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Always Be Ready
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I was in New Paltz, New York, today for some business, and it was freezing cold. Naturally, I stopped at Starbucks and ordered a Frozen Mango Dragonfruit Lemonade Refresher! Yes, you read that right—it was freezing cold outside, and I…