How to plant figs? Suitable planting methods for fig cuttings

There are many ways to plant figs, including cuttings, layering, and division. The most commonly used method is cuttings, which are generally done in March and April in spring when the temperature is around 20 degrees, which is suitable for rooting. Cuttings can also be done in summer and autumn.

Fig Planting Method

1. Cuttings

Choose healthy, relatively sturdy one- to two-year-old branches as cuttings, about 15 cm in length. The base of the branches can be cut obliquely and then dipped in rooting liquid or rooting agent to speed up the rooting of the cuttings.

2. Cutting medium

  The substrate can be made of fine sand and some garden soil with high organic matter content. When cuttings, you can first poke a 10 cm hole in the substrate with a small wooden stick, and then put the cuttings directly in, compact the soil, spray an appropriate amount of water, and place it in a ventilated place. It will take root in about 2-3 weeks.

Fig planting tips

1. Light: Figs like light, so bright light should be provided after planting. If the light is not sufficient, the plant will not grow well, the branches and leaves will easily grow too long, or even not bloom and bear fruit. Generally speaking, the more sunlight there is, the better the growth will be.

2. Fertilization: Figs do not need to be fertilized after planting. After they start to grow, you can apply thin fertilizers frequently, usually once every 10 days. Use nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers. If you do not apply fertilizers for a long time, it will affect the later flowering and fruiting.

3. Watering: Figs like a humid environment and need to be watered frequently to keep them moist during the growth period, especially in summer. The moisture of the soil should be increased. Water the figs every 2-3 days, but at the same time, dig ditches to drain moisture and avoid water accumulation.

4. Pruning: Figs grow relatively fast. Every spring, the overgrown branches, drooping branches and dead branches should be pruned to reduce nutrient consumption, while the strong branches should be left behind to increase yield.