Dig the Fig — The Essential guide to probably everything you need to know about growing Figs — Ficus carica

Originally from Asia Minor, the fig is probably the oldest cultivated fruit in the world. There is evidence to suggest that some 10,000 years ago some of us were planting figs directly outside our caves presumably to be able to slip out for a figgy delight without worrying too much about getting torn to shreds by a Saber-toothed Tiger :)

Man and fig have come a long way since then but have remained very much good friends, travelling and setting up home together all over the world where summers are warm and dry and winters are cool.

During this article we’ll be focusing on the common fig — Ficus carica. We’ll look at fig types, hardy figs, fig cultivation, fig reproduction, fig propagation, fig polycultures, and growing figs commercially.