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Restrict roots (plant in container or line pit with slabs) to encourage fruiting over leafy growth. In cold climates train against a south-facing wall. Self-fertile.
Thrives in the same full sun, low water conditions as Fig
Attract Predatory mites, Minute pirate bugs, Lacewings, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check — plant ChervilGreat, Forget-me-notGreat and African MarigoldGood nearby.Fig is usually grown from cuttings rather than seed. Take a healthy stem cutting, remove the lower leaves, and root it in moist, free-draining compost.
Water: Low · Height: 500 cm · Soil: Well-draining, average to poor — restrict roots for better fruiting
These three thrive alongside Fig — and alongside each other.
