Is it worth the time and the effort?
I kinda got too focused on the lignification process and totally forgot to mention that the nutrients and carbohydrates are also made available to the remaining figs to increase size and flavor.
An excellent resource for a broad and detailed understanding of figs.
The 2nd part of a very lengthy conversation with David & Priscilla Burke, from The Fig Hunter.
Many of our fig trees are located in the Fig Orchard. Many more are also spread around the property.
Understanding the unique anatomy of the fig “fruit“.
General fig info, commercialization, and caprification.
Placing fig trees so close to the house seemed like a good idea at the time.