Fig Planters: Container & Pot Sizes for FIG TREES

I'm always asked regarding potted fig trees, "what container size is best?"

Well, this article will give you all the information you need to make the right decision for you. From choosing from the sizes I recommend, to what pot materials you may like, to what soil to use. It's all here.

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Introduction (0:00):
Introduction about appropriate pot sizes for growing fig trees in containers and the significance of choosing the right size.

One-gallon pot (0:30):
Description of a one-gallon pot, its dimensions, and its typical use for rooting cuttings, shipping, or for sale purposes.

Container Limitations (1:28):
Explanation of how the room and nutrients in a container determine the tree's size and productivity. Larger containers typically yield more fruit.

Bigger Pot Sizes (2:00):
Mention of even larger container sizes, such as 55 or 100-gallon drums, and their challenges due to weight and mobility issues.

Two-gallon size (2:34):
Introduction to the two-gallon size pot (eight by eight inches) which is optimal for transplanting and produces fruit, though not in large quantities.

Three-gallon pot (3:37):
Presentation of the three-gallon pot, emphasizing its greater productivity (around 50 figs per year) but also highlighting the potential challenge of trees becoming root-bound.

Maintenance Requirements (4:50):
Discussion on the necessity of root pruning for trees in smaller containers to maintain their health over the long term.

Grow Bags (5:20):
Introduction to grow bags as an alternative to plastic pots, which can be used long-term and delay the need for repotting.

Ideal Size (5:52):
Mention of the three-gallon size as the "sweet spot" for evaluating fig varieties, followed by details on larger pots (five, ten, and fifteen gallons) and their fruit yields.

Container Mobility (6:23):
Emphasis on the challenges of moving larger containers due to their weight, especially for individuals with multiple fig trees in containers.

Winter Protection (6:57):
Recommendation for individuals living in colder zones to choose smaller containers for easier winter protection and movement.

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