How Do You Repot Green Fig Plants With New Roots?
Figs plants begin as small shrub-like plants that grow into trees. They produce a green fruit that ripens to a dark purple color. The edible fruit is a popular addition to pies, cookies, jams and other bakery items. Fig trees grow best in warm, dry climates and are most abundant in the Mediterranean region. They are a member of the Ficus family of plants and are closely related to the mulberry tree. Proceed carefully when repotting a green fig tree with new roots to avoid damaging the plant. Wait until winter or very early spring to transplant the fig plant. Spring and summer is when the fig grows new roots and transplanting fig trees during this time can kill it. Insert a spade into soil around the edge of the pot to loosen the soil. If the pot is plastic, use a knife to cut down the side of the pot to easily remove the plant. Remove the spade and reinsert it 4 inches to the left of the first location. Continue loosening the soil around the plant until you have worked your way around
