Fig growth environment conditions and characteristics

Fig growth environment conditions and requirements

The fig plant is widely distributed all over the world, mostly found in the Mediterranean coastal areas. It likes to grow in a warm, humid and well-lit environment. It can be found in both the north and south of my country, with the largest number in southern Xinjiang.

Fig growing temperature

The most suitable growth temperature for figs is 8-20℃. The plant has a certain degree of cold resistance, but is not frost-resistant. When the temperature drops below -12℃, it begins to freeze, and when the temperature drops below -20℃, the plant will die.

Fig Growth Humidity

Figs do not have strict requirements for water during their growth. The air temperature should be between 70% and 80%, and the soil humidity should not be too high, otherwise it will cause root rot of the plant.

Fig Growing Soil

Figs like loose, well-ventilated and well-drained soil. They have relatively low requirements for soil and the plants can grow normally in gray loam, sandy soil, clay loam and acidic red soil.

Fig growth cycle and process

Figs grow fastest in spring. The trees begin to bear fruit 2-3 years after they are planted. After 4-5 years, the trees enter the peak fruit-bearing period. As the plants grow, the number of fruits will increase.