Growing Figs from Cuttings: How to Master the Art of Rooting Fig Cuttings
Channel: Ross Raddi
Date: 2023-03-18

Discover the ins and outs of rooting fig cuttings with my easy-to-follow guide, packed with expert tips, foolproof methods, and essential tools. I’ll walk you through the entire process.

Say goodbye to failed attempts and hello to lush, healthy figs as you delve into the art of propagation and transform your garden into a fig lover's paradise!

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Pruning shears: For pruning and scoring the bottom of the cutting.
Rooting hormone (optional): Although optional, I would highly recommend using Clonex as it can help form a strong root system before too many leaves are formed without the support of a root system.
Parafilm or buddy tape: For wrapping the cutting to maintain moisture.
Soil mix: A well-draining mix with materials like rice hulls, shredded bark, perlite, vermiculite, pro-mix, coco coir, peat moss, or even worm castings and compost.
Treepots (4 inches by 9 inches): For the direct potting method.
Plant tags: For labeling your cuttings. Use vinyl blinds and a pencil. There’s nothing more affordable and longer-lasting.
Ziploc bags (6 inches by 14 inches, 2 millimeters thick): For the Fig Pop method.
Rubber bands or file bands: To seal the bags for the Fig Pop method.
Grow lights or heating mats (optional): To maintain the ideal temperature of 78 degrees Fahrenheit for rooting fig cuttings and to help fig cuttings grow indoors.
Fertilizer: A diluted fertilizer well balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer to help support the fig cuttings' growth and health later in their development.

Rooting Introduction (00:01) - Introducing the process of rooting fig cuttings.
Storing Cuttings (00:51) - Storing fig cuttings in the fridge using two layers of plastic for up to a year.
Taking Cuttings (01:55) - Tips on choosing healthy wood from established, in-ground trees for better results.
Hybrid Method (06:00) - Combining the Fig Pop and direct potting methods for improved success rates.
Parafilm Wrapping (07:00) - Wrapping the cutting above the soil line with parafilm to help retain moisture.
Scoring & Hormone (08:00) - Scoring the bottom of the cutting and dipping in rooting hormone for better root formation.
Labeling & Bagging (08:54) - Labeling the pot and placing it in a produce bag with a rubber band for humidity control.

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