10 Gardening Tips For Growing Big Juicy Figs

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00:0010 gardening tips for growing big juicy figs

00:04Choose the right variety for your climate

00:07Match cultivars to your USDA zone as cold hardy types withstand freezes

00:12while heat-loving dessert figs excel in warm regions

00:16Provide full sun and warmth

00:19Give figs six to eight hours of direct sun as reflected heat speeds ripening

00:24concentrates sugars and reduces disease

00:27Ensure well-drained soil

00:29Plant in well-drained soil or raised mounds and improve drainage with grit

00:34preventing root rot and encouraging vigorous growth

00:38Mulch and water deeply

00:40Apply a thick organic mulch to conserve moisture and water deeply but infrequently

00:46to promote resilient deep-rooted productive trees

00:50Prune properly for fruit size

00:53Prune lightly in late winter opening the canopy for light and airflow

00:57strengthening scaffolds and producing larger figs

01:01Fertilize thoughtfully

01:03Feed moderately with balanced slow-release fertilizer

01:07and supplement with compost mid-summer

01:09to support growth without sacrificing fruit size

01:13Protect from winter cold

01:15In cold climates insulate trunks and branches with burlap

01:19Straw or frames to preserve buds and prevent damage

01:23Manage pests and diseases

01:26Inspect regularly for scale, mites, and fungal issues

01:30And prune affected growth while using insecticidal soap or beneficial predators

01:35Harvest at peak ripeness

01:38Pick when figs droop, feel tender, and smell sweet as daily checks

01:42Prevent underripe harvests, drop-offs, and over-ripening

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