Q: "Do You Need 2 Fig Trees? Do Fig Trees NEED a Pollinator?"

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Fig trees generally do not need pollination or a second tree to produce fruit, as most common fig varieties are self-pollinating. However, certain types like Smyrna and San Pedro figs do require pollination, which can be achieved naturally by the fig wasp or manually through hand pollination. The fig wasp is rare in most regions, only thriving in specific climates like parts of California and the Mediterranean.
For more on the different types of figs and their pollination requirements, check out the companion guide to this video: www.figboss.com/post/types-of...
Introduction 0:00:
Overview of fig tree pollination and need for a second tree.
Inverted flower 0:40:
Explanation of the fig as an inverted flower containing many individual flowers.
Fig wasp 1:17:
Discussion on the fig wasp (Blastophaga) and its role in pollination.
Pollination benefits 1:50:
Benefits of fig pollination, including increased size and quality of fruit.
Fig wasp regions 2:25:
Locations where the fig wasp is found and its temperature limitations.
Hand pollination 2:50:
Method of hand pollinating figs using pollen from male figs.
Types of figs 3:03:
Description of different types of figs: common figs, Smyrna figs, and San Pedro figs.
Common figs 3:38:
Common figs do not require pollination but can be improved with it.
Desert King variety 3:48:
Explanation of the Desert King variety and its unique pollination needs.
Smyrna and San Pedro figs 4:12:
Details on Smyrna figs and their need for pollination of the main crop.
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@loganwright3423 20 күн бұрын

Do you need 2 fig trees? No you don't. You need more. And once you have more, you need more than that.

@myredrose45 2 күн бұрын

Thanks for your videos, I am learning about figs, and I just bought two Chicago hardy's.

@Abbasshahsso 19 күн бұрын

The fruits on one of figs trees started well but due to searing heat waves it seems it’s infected as brown spot appears on them instead of ripening it shrink s when open dry grey/blackish material appears with hard unripe material.Your video we’re very informative.

@Everythingbrawlstarss 20 күн бұрын

Great video fig boss

@R-yo5si 13 күн бұрын

Ross, is this your new garden? Nice.

@RossRaddi 13 күн бұрын

Yeah. A second property.

@Brisbanesdaddy 20 күн бұрын

I bought a Deser King at lowes this year. How do I get it pollinated? Thanks

@RossRaddi 18 күн бұрын

You need pollen from male caprifigs. Easier said than done. I wouldn't be concerned with pollination if you're just getting into fig trees. Desert King is meant to be a productive breba producer and that's its job. Supplement with another fig tree that produces main crop without pollination.

@Brisbanesdaddy 18 күн бұрын

@@RossRaddi I currently have LARGE trees Chicago Hearty, Olympian, Yellow Long Neck, Ischea, Brown Turkey, Black Mission(which have yet to produce), Latesia, A small CS Red, Italian Honey, and this small Desert King. Do you think that I will end up with figs on the Desert King or will it just end up ornamental?

@rezayaseri2790 20 күн бұрын

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