If your fig tree is potted or grown in sand, regular fertilization is usually necessary. A well-balanced fruit tree fertilizer like Stark® Tre-Pep® is recommended. Apply according to label instructions.
NOTE: This is part 4 in a series of 10 articles. For a complete background on how to grow fig trees, we recommend starting from the beginning.
Fertilizing Tips
Be sure not to over-fertilize because excess nitrogen will encourage growth at the expense of fruit production. This can often cause figs to ripen improperly, if at all.
If the branches of your fig tree grow less than one foot the previous year, you should fertilize.
