Fertilizing fig trees is an important part of maintaining a healthy landscape. Fig trees are often the center of attention in many landscapes, but they need to be fertilized to grow at their best. This blog post will walk you through the process of fertilizing your fig tree and give you some tips on choosing the right fertilizer for your garden.
What is a fig tree and what does it need to grow best?
The fig tree is a fruit-bearing tree that needs to be fertilized and pruned once or twice. Fig trees need full sun exposure, well-draining soil with an adequate water supply.
When and how to fertilizer for the fig tree
Many go for a fertilizing schedule that involves feeding the plant once in two to three months. This is not correct because this would give you small fruit sizes which will have an impact on your revenues. You should start with fertilizer from early March and continue it till late May as per instructions given by experts who are experienced in growing Fig trees commercially. During summers, fertilization of fig trees may be stopped completely or reduced depending upon conditions prevailing during the summer season at your place. Depending on how hot it gets, water supply can also stop being provided especially if temperatures soar over 100 degrees Fahrenheit regularly mid-summertime.
Rates of fertilizer application
There isn’t a standard rule on how to fertilize your fig tree. The best way is to apply fertilizer in small doses and often, so you can monitor its progress at all times. This will give you the opportunity to adjust if necessary until it reaches an optimal level of growth and development. As such, we recommend applying liquid or granulated fertilizer every three months during the growing season (spring through fall). During wintertime – when there are no leaves – don’t forget about root feeding: mix some compost into the soil around the roots and cover with mulch for better results!
Tips on how to keep a healthy fig tree
Fig trees are relatively easy to care for, but there are a few things you can do to keep them healthy and looking their best.
- The most important part of fig tree care is watering; make sure to water deeply and regularly, especially during the summer months.
- Fertilizer for fig trees is also important, use a balanced fertilizer that includes nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) in equal proportions (a ratio of NPK of 20-20-20). Feed your fig tree twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall.
- Pruning is another key part of fig tree care, prune young trees annually to encourage proper branch formation, and then prune older trees in the fall to remove dead or diseased branches and encourage new growth.