Tag: winterizing
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Fig Winterization Results – Zone 6b, NY
In my own backyard, I use this exact same winterization method on all of my in-ground fig trees because, quite simply, it works. Over the years, it has proven to be reliable, practical, and effective against our unpredictable Hudson Valley winters. That being said, fig trees have personalities of their own. Some wake up early…
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Planted Fig Trees are Waking up in the Spring – 2026
Setting the tone: The 2026 New York winter was long, cold and snowy. I live in Orange County, New York, and in late 2025 I winterized all eight of my in-ground fig trees. Over the years, I’ve settled on a method that has served me well. I use the same process for every tree because…
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A Cozy Winter Home for Your Potted Fig
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read people’s posts on social media saying they can’t winterize their potted fig(s) because they don’t have a garage, cellar, or shed. My answer is always the same: keep it simple and get a little creative! Take a look at this photo I snapped of the side…
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A Novel Approach to Fig Tree Winter Protection
Materials you will need: twine, PVC pipes, two for each bed, a hacksaw to cut the PVC pipes to length, also you will need a drill to mae the necessary four holes for each bed. You can easily pick up PVC pipes at your local hardware store. The raised bed I was working on measured…
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Yes! There will be growth in the spring!
The title is a quote from movie Being There. Two nights ago, an online frost warning went out, and, always one to play it safe, I covered my nine planted fig trees with my concrete curing blankets. I wasn’t taking any chances, even though the temperature never dipped below 40°F—no complaints here, though! It’s always…
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Figs are Indeed Deciduous Trees
Wikipedia provides a clear explanation of the term deciduous here and here. In essence, deciduous trees are those that enter a state of dormancy during the fall and winter months. This natural adaptation allows them to conserve energy and shield themselves from the harsh conditions of colder seasons. The process begins as temperatures drop close…
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Not So Long Ago…
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 blanket into place between the exterior wall of the house and that dense row of…