I’m Ross, the "Fig Boss," and I’ve dedicated my life to this amazing fruit since 2014. After years of educating thousands of growers through my website, FigBoss.com , I’ve learned one hard truth: the variety you choose is an important decision! Each variety directly impacts the quantity and quality of your figs; picking the right one is the only way to save yourself time, money, and effort. In the "Southern Comfort" zone—spanning from the coastal breeze of the Outer Banks and

I’m Ross, the "Fig Boss," and I’ve dedicated my life to this amazing fruit since 2014. After years of educating thousands of growers through my website, FigBoss.com , I’ve learned one hard truth: the variety you choose is an important decision! Each variety directly impacts the quantity and quality of your figs; picking the right one is the only way to save yourself time, money, and effort. Along the I-95 corridor—from the historic gardens of Boston and NYC through Philadelph

The fig-growing hobby is fueled by passion, but that same passion often creates "noise"—misinformation and hype that obscure horticultural truth. To save time, money, and effort, it's wise to look past social media trends and focus on what actually performs in the dirt. This guide identifies the most common pitfalls, deciphers the "synonym problem," and teaches you how to prioritize reliability over hype so you can harvest high-quality fruit, not just a label. Popularity Does

Hey there, fig growers! As someone who’s helped thousands of growers with their fig trees over the past decade, I’ve seen it all. One of the most common concerns involves pests and diseases affecting fig trees. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about identifying, preventing, and treating common fig tree problems. Whether the cause is environmental, a pest, or a disease, proper identification is the first step toward a solution. I’ll cover specific pe

One of the most frequently asked questions by new growers is whether they need to plant two fig trees to ensure fruit production. The short and sweet answer is no; for the vast majority of people, you only need a single tree to have a successful and productive harvest. Why One Tree is Usually Enough Most fig trees found in nursery catalogs are "Common" figs. These trees are parthenocarpic, meaning they possess the unique ability to produce sweet, edible fruit without any help

Hello everyone, I’ve been hard at work, overhauling the organization of content on the website to make it easier for you to find exactly what you’re looking for. Over the years, I’ve created hundreds of guides and videos on growing fig trees, but as time passed, much of that information became buried. Many of you have been with me long enough to know your way around, but for someone just starting in the world of figs, the sheer volume of information could be overwhelming. I w

As a fig obsessive, I’ve spent years digging through old forums and trial data, but nothing beats the clarity of hard science to settle the debates we have as hobbyists. For a long time, I’ve wanted to look under the hood of our favorite varieties to see what’s actually happening at the DNA level. To do that, I’ve been diving into some dense genetic studies from the USDA and researchers in Slovenia that reveal the hidden relationships between the trees in our backyards. The U

Did you know that the fig is an inverted flower? Housed in a syconium, each fig contains 100 to 500 individual flowers. Consequently,...

Ficus Carica also known as the fig tree is incredibly diverse. Just the genus Ficus has over 850 species within it, including Ficus Carica, which alone has thousands of unique varieties. There's a lot to explore! Kinds of Figs In this article, I’ll simplify the different types of fig trees, including other species of Ficus, some of the different varieties, types of male and female figs, and their delicious flavor profiles  you may have heard of! For example, do you know what

Figs are among the best-tasting fruits you can grow  right in your backyard. Trust me, I've tasted and grown them all, but don't just take my word for it. Many cultures have loved and fought over them for 1000s of years. Although figs have been used in countless culinary ways, when you eat a perfectly ripened fig right off the tree, there's nothing quite like it. The fig is nature's pastry. They're like eating a scoop of jam right off the tree wrapped in the perfect accompani

I'm Ross the "Fig Boss," and growing fig trees has been my passion since 2014. Just like some of you have other hobbies like playing the...

Pruning is a crucial aspect of caring for fig trees, yet it is often misunderstood, improperly executed, and daunting to new fig growers. To make matters worse, I’ve discovered that many growers unintentionally prevent their fig trees from fruiting from improper pruning. This guide will cover the when, why, and how of pruning fig trees, clearing up misconceptions, while providing easy-to-understand, practical step-by-step advice for pruning fig trees so you can have the best

Growing fig trees can be a rewarding experience, but it's easy to make mistakes along the way. Even expert fig growers make mistakes and you can bet they’ve made a lot of them. After all, that’s what makes a good gardener and grower. I’ve made all of them, and that’s why in this article, I want to share with you all of the possibilities of how you can fail so that you can succeed. From improper fertilizing & watering to harvesting figs too early, there are a number of f

Brand new to growing fig trees? Not sure how to care for and maintain them? Navigate your fig tree with confidence using this essential timeline for proper care. Think of this indispensable guide as your garden planner, seed starting and planting calendar, or your Farmer’s Almanac of growing fig trees. If you ever get lost, this timeline is designed to provide you with the information you need at any point during the growing season to ensure success . And don’t miss the 11