The fig tree was initially introduced to the United States in 1575 by Spanish explorers in Florida. In 1769, Spanish Franciscan missionaries introduced the 'Mission' cultivar to the region that later became the state of California, namely at ... READ MORE
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Information The fig wax scale, Ceroplastes rusci (Linnaeus), was first discovered in Florida in 1994 Talhouk (1975) reported the presence of this scale in the Mediterranean region In North America, it appears that it is only established ... READ MORE
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Before we can talk about how wasps help figs pollinate, we need to know more about the different kinds of figs. There are no visible flowers on fig trees. A fig is a larger and fleshy stem that wraps the small flowers inside an inflorescence. ... READ MORE
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Is your fig tree losing its leaves? You likely have fig rust. Not to worry, many fig trees including the very common Brown Turkey Fig are quite susceptible to this annual fungal disease in Florida's heat and humidity. The fig tree here at ... READ MORE
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A: After talking to you about bringing a sample in a sealed plastic bag to the office, I was able to determine they were most likely weeping fig thrips, Gynaikohrps uzeli. Since the plants at your nursery were originally brought in from South ... READ MORE
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A: Figs are deciduous trees which can reach heights up to 30 feet but figs seldom attain tree size in Florida. When frozen to the ground, they sucker from the base and form a bush. Lateral spread of roots is quite extensive and, in certain soils, ... READ MORE
Category: Home LandscapesJuly always brings the blessing of abundant figs on my trees. A new crop waits to be picked and enjoyed every day for nearly a month. The tender sweet fruit can be enjoyed fresh, prepared into jams or used in a myriad of recipes. The fig ... READ MORE
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