Violette de Bordeaux Fig - Ficus carica

Waste of money

I received 2 fig tress both of which died within a week. I raise fig tress so I am familiar with how to treat them. These had very poor root structure. Also the coffee plant that I received is struggling. I have repotted it hoping that will help. Very disappointed as I have received excellent plants in the past.

So far So good

Purchased 2 figs 2 weeks ago, delivered on time, both figs healthy. They are growing new leaves already, after transplanting to a 1 gal pot. Let eveyone know next year if they taste like they both should.

Health but....

I received my Violette de Bordeaux starter sized tree and it was in good condition. However, it sported only a single leaf and its caliper was significantly smaller than the image on the website. I understand there is variability in rooted cuttings, but this was really at the low end. The entire length of the stem was unlignified stock (i.e. green and supple) and at most 1/8" in diameter at its widest point. It was potted up immediately and kept indoors in a bright room with early morning sun. It has since begun to push out a second leaf. It would not be able to tolerate being kept outside in our 80-90F heat at this size even if shaded. We will see how it fairs. BTW, your sliders that are used to report gardening experience and how easy it is to care for the received plant are not functioning and have no scale.