How and when to prune a fig tree

I have a question: do I prune my fig tree after main fruit harvest? If fruits are forming on the new growth, do you have to prune it every year ? The new growth on my tree is only about 30 cm so the next year crop will be very small. Please help, as I have never grown fig tree.

1 Comment (Open | Close)

1 Comment To "How and when to prune a fig tree"

#1 Comment By drtreelove On 02/26/2019 @ 1:02 am

You do not have to prune every year, just lightly thin and shape, remove dead and crossing branches, as needed. Fruit is not dependent on heavy new growth. What is more important is good soil and water management. Fertilize with an all purpose COF (complete organic fertilizer) and deep water once a week or as needed. Mulch the soil surface under the foliar crown and a little beyond to help retain soil moisture.

Sample of what to look for, maybe on Amazon if not available locally:
https://www.domyown.com/dr-earth-organic-all-purpose-fertilizer-p-9485.html ^[1]

Article printed from Gardening Know How Questions & Answers: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com

URL to article: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com/how-and-when-to-prune-the-fig-tree/

URLs in this post:

[1] https://www.domyown.com/dr-earth-organic-all-purpose-fertilizer-p-9485.html: https://www.domyown.com/dr-earth-organic-all-purpose-fertilizer-p-9485.html

Have any questions about this topic? Visit us at https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com to ask your questions and get friendly answers from gardening experts.

You can also find us at:
'Like' us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardeningknowhow
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gardenknowhow - @gardenknowhow
Follow us on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/gardenknowhow/