Frequently Referenced Topics; Discussion

[AscPete]

An index of "Frequently referenced Topics" has been pinned to the top of Our Figs Forum.

https://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-h...erenced-topics

We would appreciate suggestions for additional index titles and informative topics of discussions at this forum.

[BronxFigs]

Nice idea to have all the important, cultural information in one section. Especially useful for the newer growers to reference. Just saying.


Frank

[AscPete]

Thanks.

[Gina]

Excellent!

http://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-ho...erenced-topics

I'd add a link to this thread so if people have any suggestions for topics/links to add, they can add them here.

[AscPete]

Thanks, its done.

[Kelby]

http://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-ho...hardy-fig-list

If you'd like to add that, go for it!

[AscPete]

Added, a simple summary (table) of the linked content could be added to the post...

[Kelby]

I'll see what I can do, Pete.

[Kelby]

There we go.

[Needaclone]

That list is a great start!
I think a topic along the lines of "pests" may also be helpful. Whatever the title, it could include anything from fungus, rust, fungus gnats, ambrosia beetles to voles/gophers/rabbits/deer...

[AscPete]

Thanks.
Agree, but It should be limited to fig specific pests and diseases.

[AscPete]

Would anyone like to recommend forum topics for inclusion in the pinned Index?
Thanks.

[joens]

there is an old book online with the university of Arizona "Practical Fig Culture in Arizona" found here http://arizona.openrepository.com/ar.../B077-1916.pdf
might be a good addition to the publications section of the frequently referenced topics.

[AscPete]

Thanks, the link has been added.

[eboone]

Interesting reading! Wonder what some of those cultivars are - Black Adriatic? Or just a generic term for a black common fig? Looks like back then they used the term 'Adriatic' as a class term for common figs like 'Smyrna' is a class term for figs requiring pollination

[figwood1]

Great idea!! I'll have to read through the drip irrigation section for sure :-)

[AscPete]

Thanks.

[haslamhulme]

A short season figs topic would be good

[AscPete]

Thanks for the reply.

[haslamhulme]

These two posts have been most useful for me on this topic:

https://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-h...-fig-varieties

https://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-h...incrop-variety

[AscPete]

Thanks for posting those links...

[haslamhulme]

Oh,and one on air layering too?

[AscPete]

Thanks, an "Air Layering" index title has been added.

[Cguitar]

Pete thanks for this "Frequently Referenced Topics" index, it's a fantastic idea! Here are some others to consider adding: "Winterizing Container Figs", "Protective Structures & Ideas" with subcategories like "Greenhouses" "Hoop Houses", "Cold Frames" etc.

[AscPete]

Thanks for commenting, will add a category...

[haslamhulme]

We need some suggestions for good posts for the Air Layering topic,it's not an area I'm experienced in as a relative newbie,anyone able to suggest good posts to go under that topic?

[JLB]

Grafting tips

[AscPete]

A category has been added...

[ramv]

How to keep critters and birds away.

[AscPete]

Thanks for commenting.
If you have any topics to recommend they can be added to the category "Disease and Pests"...

[YATAMA]

Pete,EVERYTHING you have ever posted about rooting, growing, watering fertilizing figs.Your knowledge is invaluable. some is already there but a special PETE folder would be real handy!I think you are probably a humble person not given to welcome praise, but as a clear expert(as opposed to most of us) being able to quickly read your writings would facilitate our success. I am already doing better because of your kind assistance with essential info.

[AscPete]

Thanks...
I'm no expert, just been gardening for a few years and am glad I could help.

The recommendations of threads and index categories is up to the forum community.

[YATAMA]

Knew you'd say that! well my request appears in plain text posted above and I request the forum formally insert a PETE folder in stickys under appropriate title like;FIG GROWING ADVICE BY MEMBER PETE. About "expert" probably I misspoke.Having been allegedly"educated" in several scientific disciplines,the main thing I learned is there are really zero"experts' and what we know is minuscule compared with what we do not know at all.In fact we have no real concept of what we do not know .And the best of us simply have some awareness of what works at least adequately for our immediate survival.So,maybe the best of us get called'experts",but all 'experts"know better!As do you.Pete

[JLB]

From what I've seen pete has an ability to search,collect,and link valuable information I second the motion of a pete best of folder after all his user name here is askpete

[moonlight]

Thanks to everyone that makes Ourfigs such a great forum, I love it here 🌱
I would like to find in Frequently Referenced Topics something about semy burying fig trees in containers a specially fertilizing.
Thank you all 🌱

[AscPete]

Thanks for commenting..

There is a topic on partial burial of fig trees under 'Container Growing:'.
And if a topic or thread doesn't exist you could start a new topic or add to the discussion in an existing topic / thread.

[moonlight]

Hi Pete there really is nothing about fertilizing partially buried container fig trees.

[JLB]

Pete I would also add a link to the Fabio method in spagnum moss as well as a link to BenB in Seattles video on the fig pop method. And if u could help will or whoever runs the forum with a better search feature to search for specific topics along with searching for user names I think that would be helpful and a watch list for bad sellers on ebay thanks

[AscPete]

Thanks for commenting.
The two (2) links have been added...

The Search function is part of the forum software and is under the purview of the Host / Provider.
I'm not really computer savvy, still using my original AOL 'dial-up' account...

We've posted 'Good' ebay sellers, in an effort to remain positive.

[CT ROB]

Pete I am new to this forum and you are a very valuable person to it I have learned a lot from you and many other members thank you all

[AscPete]

Thanks for commenting.
Members make the community.

[grasshopper]

How about adding SWD (& related articles) to the Diseases and Pests list? And/or critters ...

[AscPete]

Any links you can recommend?

[JLB]

How about some good video links on pruning I have seen the one recently suggested on pruning for breba production but haven't found and good videos on pruning fir main crop production or bush vrs tree shape maybe I or u should post this question as a topic and find the really good videos for frequently asked what ya think

[AscPete]

A few videos have been added...
If you find any to recommend please share the links... Thanks.

[JLB]

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...t?usp=drivesdk this may be good to add to frequently asked questions it's a spreadsheet on when figs rippen looks pretty good from nick40

[grasshopper]

Link not work

[PSM]

How about a link for favorite tools, Grafting knifes, Pruners. Pots, etc...
Just a thought

[JLB]

Sorry grasshopper i made a mistake with the link https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets...t?usp=drivesdk

[ramv]

Hi JLB I am glad you found the ourfigs ripening calculator spreadsheet useful.

Just as a general note, you should not use the ripening dates as-is. Rather use the GDD hours in the spreadsheet as a reference to determine when something will ripen in your area.
We covered this in detail in this thread. https://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-h...pen-in-my-area

[JLB]

Yes that's what I was figuring since most of the data is from the north east and I'm in the south thanks for the suggestions

[DerekWatts]

Recommending that this PDF be added to "Agricultural Extension and other Fig Publications".