Violette de Bordeaux Fig - Ficus carica

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.

Another Disappointment

Zero stars if I could. Transplanted according to directions, provided appropriate care but it died. I didn't realize that I had to save the original pot in order to get a refund. I'm still holding out on the 2 mulberry seedlings and 1 other fig seedling to see if they'll make it... Otherwise, I cannot in good faith recommend anyone purchasing from Wellspring Gardens.

Not sure if this little dry plant will make it.

This fig plant came too dry and too little to survive the long travel in a small box, I think this is a waste of my time.