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Fig tree

11 years ago
I put my potted fig tree in the ground because it was not doing too well. It has now lost all its leaves and has not had any fruit so all I'm left with is a few twigs. At the tips of each stem there seems to be green which makes me think it is not dead yet. I live in gran canaria which is very hot with no rainfall. Should I just leave it and see what happens? How often should it be watered and fed. Any advice would be welcome.

Comments (3)

  • 11 years ago
    fig trees generally need loamy soil for good drainage, though survive in clay-loam as well. they need a lot of water. they usually thrive in sunlight, though in early winter, they should be protected from direct sunlight and cold winds. they're best planted in late autumn or early spring. They should be fertilised annually when the buds swell. they should be pruned slightly in mid to late winter. Only harvest the figs once fully ripe. the trees can bear fruit in two years but sometimes take up to 6
  • 11 years ago

    Thank you

  • 10 years ago
    I live in mainland Spain and have 150 fig trees. I am sure your tree will be fine. Just water once a week. Give it some good compost and watch it come back to life. When the weather cools down water less.