Ripening - softness

[schampag]

Will most figs soften to the same extent upon ripening? Below is a WM #1 that swelled and is drooping (ignore the nosy poodle). It is firmer than Grosse M. di Lipari, for example, at the same stage.

It's the only one that will ripen on the tree, so I would rather not screw it up.

Thanks!

[Halligan-]

It should get soft and start to show ribs

[Dtownfigs]

I also like to see the neck twist and wrinkle before picking. The WM1 in your photo needs more time IMHO

[Mr.Figs]

The neck will buckle when it is ready. This is a great one!

[Ktrain]

Few more days....maybe a week depending on your weather.
Looks close though.

It's ahead of mine!

[bullet08]

it should look like.. well, it should droop more.

[Joshj]

Not yet, it should hang straight up and down!

[Otis]

Many/most of my green ones will show some sugar spots when really ready, but I'm not sure about your variety.

[Clarktj2]

Yeah I agree with all the others, keep waiting on this one. I know different people like different levels of ripeness depending on the variety but since this is your only chance this year- wait it out. My wm 1 is loaded with figs currently, but not ripening yet. I’ll let you know at what ripeness stage I liked it the most.

[Clarktj2]

So what ended up happening with it?

[cvarcher]

Gross Monstreuse is a softer inside so dont compare them. Agree, let that WM#1 hang more until theres a little shriveling .

[schampag]

Clarktj2 It was so good I had to start another thread! https://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-h...7-now-i-get-it