should fig bushes die back every winter

Question

Our fig bushes die back every winter. They start fresh from the ground every spring. Is this normal?

Answer 1

That is normal for an unprotected fig tree in colder climates in the winter time. However, it is not ideal if you are looking to actually reap a fig harvest. There are things you can try to get your fig tree to successfully overwinter, which are discussed in the following article:

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

For more information on the care of fig trees, please visit the following link:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/figs/how-to-grow-figs.htm