How to Plant a Fig Tree in a Container | Little Miss Figgy #figs #gardeningtips #figtree, by Learn To Grow on YouTube. 1 min 17 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 17 s
- Time to do it
- 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Choose a pot about 15 to 20 gallons, wide enough for the roots to spread. Check that it has drainage holes, then add a layer of stones or broken pots to the base.
Fill the bottom third with a well-draining potting mix. Do not use garden soil, which packs down and holds too much water in a container.
Water the fig in its nursery pot and let it drain. Slide the tree out gently and loosen the outer roots with your fingers.
Set the tree in the middle of the pot so the top of the root ball sits about an inch below the rim. Check that the trunk is not buried deeper than it was before.
Fill around the roots with potting mix, firming it lightly as you go. Leave a small gap at the top so water does not spill over the edge.
Water slowly until it runs out of the drainage holes. Top up any mix that settles, then spread a layer of mulch over the surface.
Place the pot in full sun with 6 to 8 hours of direct light a day. Keep it sheltered from strong wind while the tree settles in.
Plant at least 4 weeks before your first hard frost. In cold areas, plan to move the pot into a shed or garage for winter.
Tips and common mistakes
Never let the pot sit in a saucer of standing water, because fig roots rot quickly.
Water when the top inch of mix feels dry, which is often every few days in summer.
A pot this size gets heavy once filled, so set it on a wheeled base before planting if you plan to move it.
Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and midsummer to support fruiting.
Questions
How big will a Little Miss Figgy grow in a container?
Expect roughly 4 to 6 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide when mature. Its compact habit is what makes it a good choice for pots and small spaces.
Can I keep it outdoors in winter?
In mild climates, yes. In cold climates, move the pot into a shed, garage or cool porch before hard frost and water it only now and then.
How long until I get figs?
Figs usually fruit within a year or two of planting, ripening in late summer. Give the tree full sun and steady water for the sweetest crop.
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