How often should fig pots be watered (potted fig cultivation and management techniques)

Figs are relatively easy to plant in pots. You can directly plant them by cuttings, or you can use some unwanted old trees, some tree stumps, poorly growing fig seedlings, etc. for potting. The more bizarre the shapes, the better and more ornamental they are.

However, those seedlings that are too old or have strong growth and are difficult to control are not suitable for potting. And the selected seedlings should have as many fibrous roots as possible.

There's no special tricks when it comes to growing fig trees in pots. Figs are very hardy and will almost always sprout even if you plant them upside down.

Just choose a pot that is about the same size as the fig's root system, prepare the nutrient soil, cut the fig's roots, leave a 20-centimeter-long scar, and plant it. Let's focus on watering, fertilizing, and repotting.

1. Water management

Potted figs are usually planted in early spring when the temperature is not high. In order to allow its roots to grow as quickly as possible, the soil in the pot should not be dry before it sprouts, but it should not be too wet either. Just keep it moist.

As the temperature rises, the fig trees begin to sprout and grow incredibly fast, so you need to pay attention to watering them.

Fig leaves are dense, with strong evaporation and high water consumption. In summer, due to the small amount of soil in the pot, it is easy to dry out. When there is insufficient water, the leaves of the fig will wilt, and even fall off and drop fruits.

Therefore, you need to water it frequently. You can water it in the morning and evening. It is not suitable to water it when the temperature is high at noon, but it should not be too wet, otherwise it will cause the branches to grow excessively and the fruits to crack .

In autumn, as the temperature drops, the evaporation from the leaves decreases. You can water the plants every 2-3 days to keep the soil moist .

In winter, figs shed their leaves and enter a dormant period. Move the flowerpot indoors and decide how to water it based on the indoor temperature. As long as the soil in the pot is not too dry , water it every 10 days or half a month, or when the soil in the pot is dry. As long as the soil in the pot is kept moist, it will be fine .

After moving it outdoors in the spring of the following year, water it thoroughly and keep it moist.

2. Nutritional management

After the fig tree is first potted, its root system is in the early growth stage and is not tolerant to fertilizer, so you cannot apply concentrated fertilizer. Instead, you can water it with some fermented cake fertilizer water, and then increase the concentration of topdressing after the tree resumes growth.

After the fig tree in the pot blooms and bears fruit normally, you can apply some fertilizer water, but the concentration should not be too high. For example, urea at 0.2-0.3%, just pinch urea and dissolve it in water and pour it down. Compound fertilizer is also better, pour about 1% into the pot soil. Spraying 0.2% potassium dihydrogen phosphate on the leaves is also fine.

In autumn, you can directly apply triple compound fertilizer 1-2 times, about 1 liang each time. Use a thin wooden stick to poke holes in the pot soil and sprinkle the compound fertilizer. Make more holes, but not too close to the main trunk.

Applying compound fertilizer in autumn can increase the tree's nutrient storage, improve its ability to survive the winter, and promote flower bud differentiation.

If a potted fig tree is well managed, it can bear fruit 2-3 times a year. The fruit is delicious and beautiful to look at.

3. Repotting

The fig tree is a small deciduous tree with a tall body. A naturally grown fig tree can reach a height of about 10 meters, while a potted tree can be controlled to a height of 1-2 meters. It has a relatively developed root system.

We confined it in a flowerpot, which controlled the plant height, but the root system was still well developed and it grew very fast in less than 2-3 years.

Its roots will grow around the pot, pushing up the soil, and the bottom will be almost entirely fibrous roots, making it difficult to absorb fertilizer and water.

At this time, you will find that the leaves of the fig tree often wilt, especially in summer. It needs to be watered several times a day, and it blooms and bears less and less fruit. This means that the roots have crawled all over the bottom of the pot, and it is time to change the pot and trim the roots.

Figs should be repotted during their dormant period. Use a shovel to separate the soil from the pot along the edge of the pot, and then lift the fig tree out with the soil.

Then use a knife to cut off the root circle and cut off some of the large roots. After repairing the root system, add nutrient soil to the new pot, plant the repaired fig tree back into the pot, compact the soil, and water it enough at one time.

【 Summarize 】

As long as potted figs are provided with sufficient fertilizer and water, and are protected from freezing in winter, they can be pruned into a satisfactory shape according to one's own ideas and preferences. They are easy to grow and enjoy, and you can taste the fruit and appreciate the scenery, which is pleasing to the eyes and refreshing to the mind. It is in line with the saying "it can purify the mind".