Oct 8, 2017 · We have discussion on what it takes to establish a fig wasp colony outside of CA in another thread. Fig wasps carry the male pollen from profici (fruit crop) of caprifigs to the female …

Mar 14, 2024 · Does anyone know of a literature source or other reference that explains the biology and development of the common fig, thereby not requiring pollination for propagation and fruit …

Question: What is a San Pedro genetically? As near as I can tell, it is one type (Smyrna, Common, San Pedro) of female fig that requires pollination by a male fig (caprifig). So the three types all belong to …

Aug 29, 2020 · I can't find all that much information on UCR 184-15 "Strawberry Teardrop." I purchased cuttings from Harvey over the winter because, based on the videos, it looked to be a very …

Aug 6, 2019 · The oldest wild fig tree I myself found was an about 90 years old tree growing under extreme conditions in the european alps, with winter temperatures about -20° C (-4 °F) and no …

Dec 21, 2016 · Common figs form because the plant seems programmed to make the synconium (the 'fig', not a true fruit from the biologic standpoint but practically we call it a fruit) whether or not it is …

Apr 21, 2022 · For a common fig, there are two crops -- a breba crop (given proper pruning and temps) then a main crop. As noted by others, "three crops" are really two crops (breba and main) with an …

Sep 2, 2023 · A fig breeding program begins with the acquisition or development of both male and female figs that both carry desired traits, including fruit flavor and environmental suitability. Saleeb is …

Feb 4, 2019 · Female/common figs receiving pollen from non-persistent figs will produce seedlings without the P gene. ANY fig pollinated with a persistent caprifig can have seedlings that have the P …

Mar 20, 2022 · Hey everyone. I've always had an interest in biology and was curious if anyone knows how new common fig varieties are created. I know that Smyrna and Caprifigs require pollination to …