Another Fig Poll

[FMD Dr. Feel Good Find all posts View Profile Close FMD]

Which fig would you rather have, if you didn't have either, based on your research?
There is a reason why I ask....

[Gina Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close Gina]

I voted for the Violette. I am a sucker for any fig with the name 'violette'. But also for round dark figs with dark centers and good taste. http://www.galgoni.com/ENG/Fotos_Maxi/015.htm

I don't have Violette D, but I do have Smith but have yet to taste a fully mature one. Smith is supposed to have great flavor, also look funky.

[Darkman Dirt Master Find all posts View Profile Close Darkman]

I took a minute and looked it up having never considered this fig. I believe I go with VD. I don't think I have ever heard the term "mind blowing" used to describe Smith!

[joann1536 Member Find all posts View Profile Close joann1536]

I'm also a sucker for nice round, dark figs that taste great.

[eboone Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close eboone]

I really struggle with the phrase "I want VD".... But I think I would prefer that fig

[MichaelTucson]

Hi Ed. Yet another reason to avoid those two-letter acronyms in place of typing the names. As if Black Madeira weren't enough or an incentive.

[Rafaelissimmo Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Rafaelissimmo]

Smith may be my favorite fig, it certainly was last year.

[Coop Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Coop]

I bought a Smith late in the summer. I'm anxious to see if it pans out for me. Heard a lot of good things about it

[Hershell Veteran Find all posts View Profile Close Hershell]

I just got Smith so guess what I want now? In a few years I hope I can participate in this poll.

[Darkman]

Hershell, If I get VD I'll be sure to give it to you too!

Maybe I should spell that out just to be clear!

VD = Violette Dauphine

[cis4elk Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close cis4elk]

I chose Smith, just because I have heard so many good things about it vs VD which isn't as well known here and I therefore haven't heard as much about it. I am hoping to taste a Smith fig this fall.

[Claymango Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Claymango]

Several post I've read claimed Smith Was to Die for Good, and in another post found in Fig4fun a member rated the best out of 20 or so varieties tasted that year claiming the Smith and Excel were pass out good. (Snaglpus) http://figs4funforum.websitetoolbox....s-2012-6008586 ....

I recently Purchased a Smith from just Fruits and Exotics... I have great expectations for this Fig Tree.. My only fear is that it has the classic Fig taste without any complexity.

[pppldj Veteran Find all posts View Profile Close pppldj]

I read so many good things about Smith, so I bought one from Just Fruits and Exotics. It shipped to me in the fall of 2014. Was at the top of my wish list.. Buds are breaking now. Without researching, Smith info is more out there just by following the forums. Have to look harder for info on Violette Dauphine.

[figherder Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close figherder]

I dont have VD and havent heard much about it. Smith I heard a lot about last year and also bought 2 in Dec. Came with no leaves but they have been growing great all winter indoors.

[Harborseal Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close Harborseal]

VD should fetch a higher price on ebay

[MichaelTucson Senior Member Find all posts View Profile Close MichaelTucson]

... but I voted for Smith. (I don't sell on flea-bay, at least not since about 14 years ago).

[FMD Dr. Feel Good Find all posts View Profile Close FMD]

So, I was trying to decide which fig to auction off on this site to help defray Wills' forum costs and it looks like Smith won. On the other hand, it seems that more people have Smith than they do VD. Back to the drawing board?

[newnandawg Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close newnandawg]

Have two auctions or auction both off at the same time.

[Darkman Dirt Master Find all posts View Profile Close Darkman]

OK Frank you must do both so we can know which is better. What is the costs currently for VD plant or cutting?

[Gina Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close Gina]

So, I was trying to decide which fig to auction off on this site to help defray Wills' forum costs and it looks like Smith won. On the other hand, it seems that more people have Smith than they do VD. Back to the drawing board?

Start another poll, lol.

[pppldj Veteran Find all posts View Profile Close pppldj]

So, I was trying to decide which fig to auction off on this site to help defray Wills' forum costs and it looks like Smith won. On the other hand, it seems that more people have Smith than they do VD. Back to the drawing board?

So auction the VD or both. Your call.

[King Fig Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close King Fig]

Stop guessing around and get a Smith fig. It is truly an outstanding tasting fig. It does real well in the rainy south too. I have been telling this to people for many years now......."one day you will hear them rave about this little known Louisiana heirloom fig!!!" You will never regret having this fig....

[Darkman]

Dan,

One of the problems you are well aware of is the mislabeling of many figs. Where would one go to be 100% sure he was getting a SMITH fig of Croatian descent?

[pppldj]

You have been telling it and that is the very reason the ones of us that do have it

[King Fig Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close King Fig]

i have traced the heritage of this fig and have reported that it came to Louisiana from Croatia. It's flavor is both rich and complex. It is better tasting than most dark figs.

Dan

[greenfig Moderator Find all posts View Profile Close greenfig]

Have you managed to find out its original name , in Croatia?

[King Fig Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close King Fig]

No I haven't been able to find that out. My info came from the grandson of the man who brought several Croatian figs into the New Orleans area many years ago. I am still trying to find others that he brought. Unfortunately flooding from hurricanes destroyed many fruits trees in the area......and I only have a little chance of finding any of the others that the grandson remembers eating.