
Nikki
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Certified GKH Gardening Expert
Answered on May 3, 2011
It sounds like your fig has sooty mold. This is normally caused by pests, so getting rid of the pests is key to treating the fungus. I would recommend treating the fig with neem oil, as this will take care of the pests as well as the fungus. These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/how-to-get-rid-of-sooty-mold.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
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