How to propagate figs by cuttings

The fig tree is a very common fruit tree in farmers' yards. Its planting method is also very simple. It only requires cuttings, so it is deeply loved by people. The main reason is that it can be managed in an extensive manner. It can be planted directly in the yard and can bear abundant fruits without much care. Secondly, the fruit of the fig tree has a sweet taste and is suitable for all ages. Planting it yourself saves money and you can eat fruit.

Fig cutting time

Fig trees are very popular, so many people want to plant several trees. Under normal circumstances, the best time to plant fig cuttings is in winter, because this way they will begin to grow rapidly in the spring of the following year, and start to bear fruit in the golden autumn. Therefore, it is also known as one of the fruit trees that bear fruit in the same year it is planted.

Fig cutting method

The quality of fig branches is very important for the rooting and growth in the later stage. So if you want to grow an ideal fig tree by cuttings, you must first start with the selection of branches. Then the key point is the soil. Find a flower pot and use the potted method to cut the branches. Use ordinary garden soil, pine needles, leaf mold, and manure in a ratio of 4:1:2:1.

Fig cutting rooting

When taking cuttings, you need to cut a fig branch first, preferably a semi-lignified branch, cut a branch about ten centimeters long, and keep one or two pairs of leaves. Then put it in a ventilated place with scattered light, and maintain good ventilation. In this way, as long as the leaves do not fall off, the cuttings will take root in about 15 days.