This is how I prune my fig trees! This 4 year old Chicago hardy fig has been a heavy grower for years. Within the last two years the 4 main trunks I selected and kept have gotten huge! Each year I have been cutting the new growth back to ensure the trunks I selected continue to establish. I’ll continue to prune the tips of the lateral branches, and use some other techniques to keep new branches growing and the tree producing. I am excited for another productive year and know that my selective pr

Now is the time to prune figs in Louisiana. Chris Dunaway, extension agent for Orleans Parish, demonstrates how to properly prune a fig. *Note: This video was recorded in a previous year. | LSU AgCenter

How to prune a Fig Tree ✂️🌿 Easy tutorial Pruning your fig tree at the right time is one of the best things you can do for a healthy tree and a better harvest. Many gardeners hesitate to prune figs because they fear losing fruit. In reality, correct pruning improves light, airflow, structure, and fruit quality without reducing productivity when done properly. When pruning a fig tree, focus on removing four types of branches: 🌿Branches growing inward toward the trunk. These block sunlight from