How to Plant Fig Seeds? A Detailed Guide to the Correct Planting Method

Although it is called a fig, it is in fact a flowering plant, with both evergreen and deciduous varieties, and it is mostly propagated by cuttings, division and layering. Today we will talk about how to plant fig seeds?

1. How to plant fig seeds?

1. Select high-quality, plump fig seeds.

2. Choose flat land with plenty of sunlight for planting.

3. Prepare the soil in advance, remove weeds, apply fertilizer and water.

4. Keep the sowing depth at about 1-2 cm.

2. Methods of Propagating Figs from Seed

1. Choosing and Preparing the Land

The quality of the soil directly affects how strongly fig seedlings grow, so you should choose high-quality field land that is loose and airy, rich in organic matter, flat and quick-draining. Before planting, spread a sufficient amount of farmyard manure, applying 2.5-8 tons of cow dung and chicken manure per mu, then plow once and harrow finely once, so that the soil and nutrients are fully and evenly mixed together.

2. Soaking the Seeds and Sowing

Soak the selected fig seeds in warm water for 1 day, take them out and let them dry, then sow them in rows, with a sowing depth of no more than 4 cm. After sowing, you can also lay plastic film or moisture-retaining material such as straw to speed up the germination rate. After planting, you can cover the soil by hand or use a machine to rake soil over it, and water once after covering with soil.

3. Raising Seedlings and Transplanting

After the seedlings emerge, water and fertilize reasonably according to their growth and the weather, and at the same time pay attention to weed control and other tasks. The suitable time for transplanting is around Qingming in North China, around Guyu in Northeast China, and in the south it can be transplanted after the leaves fall in autumn, but the flowering and fruiting period should be avoided.

4. Field Management

After transplanting and survival, the fig should be trained and pruned. During the young tree stage, focus on developing the main branches; after entering the initial fruiting stage, focus on developing more branch groups so as to help form a certain yield. During the full fruiting stage, pay attention to developing the framework branches and renewing medium and large branch groups by cutting back weak branch groups.