Let’s just get this out of the way: if you grow figs—especially in the southeastern U.S.—root-knot nematodes are not if, they’re when. These microscopic pests are silent saboteurs, and once they take hold, they can slowly strangle the life out of your beloved fig tree from below the soil line. So, yeah…they matter. But don’t […]
Why Grow Figs in Pots Anyway? Not everyone has an orchard—and honestly, not everyone wants one. Maybe you’re renting, living in an apartment with a sunny balcony, or you’re just sick of dealing with Florida’s infamously sandy, nematode-riddled soil. Whatever your setup, growing fig trees in containers is more than just doable—it’s delightful. It’s like […]