Hello Everyone, I'm new to the site and to Fig Growing

[efletche]

Hello all. My name is Edward and I live in Central Florida along the east cost (zone 9). I am a Nurse by profession but have been out of work for the last 5 years due to Major Depression and a couple other mental health issues; which physically prevent me from leaving my house the majority of time. The doctors say gardening will help me deal with leaving the house (even if it is the back yard) and increase my communicating with others, so here I am. I currently have a Brown Turkey plant I bought from a fellow disabled vet, and a handful of cuttings from an unknown fig tree a neighbor was throwing away. All are growing, so I am happy. I have ordered a few fig cuttings from some growers and look forward to getting them. I am not used to asking for help from anyone for anything, but if any here have a few extra cuttings (common or uncommon varieties), I would not say no; just pm me. Do not feel angry if it takes me a couple days to respond, it is an issue with my depression. I look forward to learning from all and I am sure I will be asking a lot of beginner's questions. Thanks.

[DBJohnson]

Welcome! Thank you for your service.

I'm a newbie at figs, too,so no cutting available this year. Lots of knowledgable folks here. Looking forward to getting to know you.

[eboone]

Wecome Edward!

[AscPete]

Hello Edward,

Welcome to our figs forum community.

[pppldj]

Hello Edward, Welcome to the forum.

[fitzski]

hello and welcome.

[Italianstallon99]

Welcome!

[COGardener]

Hello Edward and welcome.

[WillsC]

Welcome

[Kelby]

Welcome aboard!

[Harborseal]

Welcome! If you got cuttings rooted and growing you're way ahead of the game. Watch the forum because people often have cuttings that they sell very inexpensively. Try here http://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-ho...s-17-varieties

[Q*]

Welcome!!!! Lots of nice people here.

[Hershell]

Welcome Edward, we all have issues. We're addicts! Hang around and you'll get addicted too if your not already but it sounds like you have already been exposed and are probably infected. I hate to brag on us but You chose a friendly forum.

[jmaler]

Welcome to the world of figs.

[Berto]

Welcome Edward! Bem-Vindo!
Gardening/fig culturing is very relaxing and therapeutic. I hope those activities will help you.
This forum is an excellent source of information!
Good luck!

[efletche]

Thank you all for your kind words of welcome. I look forward to a lot of educational growth. Now I need to go buy more pots!!!!!

[COGardener]

Edward,

Finding pots should not be a difficult task in Central Florida.

Here is a link to some links to help you get going on the forum.

http://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-home/15744-index-of-frequently-referenced-topics

Here is a link to some links of places you can buy fig trees, some of the places are close to you.

http://www.ourfigs.com/forum/figs-home/18616-online-fig-distributors

[lilfiggy]

edward welcome to our forum. You will find many friends here and look forward to reading every day something new to help you grow figs. I buy pots at big lots and ole time pottery. Go at the beginning of the season and at the end close out time for good deals. If you want nursery pots check out lowes as they have recycle bin get for free. Yes also always check their closeout mark down plant section for good deals. 5 dollar fig trees sometimes. You will find brown turkey magnolia and ischia there no fancys. also read all the rooting cutting articles and prepare for those mysterious packages that arrive from our friends here. So much fun nuturing those little sticks. You will find working with your plants will have a healing effect and for those days you are unable to go out you will have a wonderful time reading and studying. Last but not least if you are a vetern please take advantage of their programs and care. It will make a world of difference as they are making great strides in mental health care.

[Rui]

Welcome to the family, Edward.

[Erick]

Welcome