The Virus Your Fig Tree Has That You DON'T Want to Ignore

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2 ай бұрын

In this video, Ross, known as the Fig Boss, delves into the crucial aspect of pruning for fig tree health, emphasizing the often-overlooked factor of rejuvenation pruning to manage the fig mosaic virus. He discusses the significance of soil health and highlights examples of unhealthy tree bases, stressing the importance of proactive pruning for long-term vitality. Ross concludes by sharing insights on evaluating tree health before planting and demonstrates how pruning before planting fosters robust growth and mitigates virus symptoms, ultimately advocating for sustainable fig tree care practices.
Pruning importance 00:00: Ross introduces the topic of pruning for fig tree health, highlighting its significance often overlooked by growers.
Soil health 00:31: Discusses improving soil health for tree vitality, mentioning factors like drainage, organic matter, and pH balance.
Rejuvenation pruning 01:06:
Explains the concept of rejuvenation pruning to remove unhealthy growth and promote overall tree health.
Fig mosaic virus 02:25:
Identifies fig mosaic virus symptoms and explains how rejuvenation pruning can manage its effects.
Unhealthy base 04:19:
Shows an example of an unhealthy tree base due to grafting onto unhealthy rootstock, affecting long-term tree health.
Partial virus symptoms 05:58:
Advises on managing trees with partial virus symptoms versus those severely affected for optimal tree health.
New growth encouragement 07:02:
Demonstrates how pruning encourages new healthy growth, even on young or grafted trees.
Evaluation and planting 09:24:
Discusses evaluating tree health and identification before planting, highlighting the benefits of pruning before planting for overall tree vigor.
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@ABandCalledStoned 2 ай бұрын

I've had an Anastasia Beetles. Luckily it was just my Brown Turkey that was infected beyond repair. A few of my cuttings had one to three. I took a safety pin and heated it with a lighter and jabbed the holes. I then sprayed heavily with Neem oil. I managed to save my cuttings. I had to cut and burn the Brown Turkey.

@suburbangardenpermaculture3117 2 ай бұрын

I'm here first because i know my dad watches you and i wanted him to find me as the first comment 😂. Hey Dino!!!

@delmadehoyos1946 2 ай бұрын

Great content; thank you so much! I have some year old figs with this virus on several leaves...I believe I need to prune these and improve the soil in the pots. Thanks😊

@daveaz9962 2 ай бұрын

I have 2 White Madeira #1 cuttings that are two years old. Just planted them in ground and I live in Phoenix. The top leaves look healthy but the lower growth the leaves are mottled. Only one trunk…

@edslim718 2 ай бұрын

Hey Ross - thanks for the video. What are your thoughts on the fig bud mite leading to FMV. I learned that from someone on Reddit. But it makes sense. I had a plant start great then a few weeks later, fmv all over the place. Theory being the mites cycle stared a little later and therefore the early growth looked good. I copied this: Aceria ficus, also known as the fig bud mite, is an eriophyid mite that affects fig trees. These tiny mites colonize the buds and young leaves of fig trees, causing various issues.

@Iz0pen Ай бұрын

Can I prune them this late without stopping fig production?

@davedavedave52 2 ай бұрын

Where can I get cuttings? For Sbayi figs?

@MountainJohn 2 ай бұрын

Have you ever made a video talking about Why you like figs? If so can you point me towards it. Thanks :)

@RossRaddi 2 ай бұрын

This sums it up pretty good: www.figboss.com/post/why-i-grow-fig-trees

@OldMotherLogo 2 ай бұрын

Ross, that unknown Rome - is there a reason you don’t cut off a healthy cutting and just abandon the base?

@RossRaddi 2 ай бұрын

I have limited material from this variety. I don't want to abandon that tree yet.

@larawines4875 2 ай бұрын

Do you think trees can out grow FMV?

@RossRaddi 2 ай бұрын

Depends on the tree, the severity of the virus, the situation, etc... I think outgrow is the wrong term. I mentioned in this video how it can be lessened or the symptoms become unnoticeable.