Fig Tree

Question

Hello, My fig tree is growing but I am not sure why some of the branches have not started growing any leaves. There are shoots coming from the bottom. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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Answer 1

It would seem that your Fig has died back to the root. This can happen in areas that are slightly too cold for the tree.

Mulching heavily in the winter, or applying a burlap coat through winter can help.

Here are some articles for more information:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/fig-cold-protection.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/cold-hardy-fig-trees.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/fig-tree-winter-wrapping.htm