Fig Cutting Propagation Methods and Technical Key Points

Figs are rich in nutrients and taste good, and they have extremely strong vitality. When planting, they are mostly propagated by cuttings or division, with cuttings being the main method. Below, the editor will explain fig cutting propagation for everyone, let's take a look together.

1. Cutting time

Fig cuttings are best taken in spring; when the temperature is around 20 degrees, they can be taken. At this time, the survival rate of cuttings is relatively high, and transplanting the following year can produce fruit; some can even bear fruit in the same year. When taking cuttings, it is best to choose soil without salinity or alkalinity. Although figs are resistant to salinity and alkalinity, when the salt content is too high, they are extremely prone to death after cutting, so it is advisable to choose fertile sandy loam soil or soil with high organic matter content.

2. Collecting and cutting cuttings

Cuttings are best collected and cut after autumn before the sap flows; for spring cuttings, this can be done before budding, and no later than March, otherwise the survival rate at that time is extremely low. After collecting and cutting the cuttings, they should not be inserted immediately, as this will affect the survival rate; they can be stored in sand for 2-3 months before proceeding. The length of the cuttings should be as long as possible. Figs have a long shoot-growing period, and branches develop over different periods, so their maturity also varies accordingly. Branches pruned in early autumn are older and can be trimmed into cuttings with 2 buds; while branches from mid-autumn or late autumn are less mature and have shorter internodes, so they should be trimmed into cuttings with 4 buds.

3. Cutting treatment

After pruning is completed, cut a flat opening at the upper end of the cutting one centimeter away from the bud, and cut a 45-degree slanted opening at the bottom of the cutting, so that the contact area between the cutting and the soil is expanded, which is beneficial for rooting, and also to avoid confusion and the occurrence of upside-down insertion. To promote the cuttings to root as quickly as possible, they can be soaked in clean water for 12-24 hours before cutting. The soaking time is judged according to the degree of water shortage; if the cuttings are severely short of water, they should be soaked longer.

4. Cutting

When cutting, insert at an angle, as this is beneficial for survival. The cutting depth is one third of the length of the cutting, and it is best to have one node above the ground. After cutting, compact the soil around the cutting to prevent it from falling over, then water thoroughly once. Newly cut figs are afraid of strong light, so shade measures should be taken. You can put a plastic bag over the seedling, tie it tightly with rope, and then make two small holes in the plastic bag for ventilation. At the same time, water frequently to keep the soil moist. When the branches grow new leaves, the plastic bag can be removed.

The above is an introduction to fig cutting propagation methods. We hope it can help you. If you want to learn more related knowledge, please stay tuned to us.