FOUR MORE FIG PROBLEMS

Birds

Like lots of fruit trees, birds love to eat maturing figs, so cover your tree with fleece or netting to deter birds.

Wasps

Wasps will be attracted to split fruit or windfalls so clear up this fruit as soon as you see it.

Red spider mite

Generally a problem on figs growing indoors in hot, dry conditions, but can also be an issue in hot summers outdoors.

Frost

Most figs sold in the UK are hardy, but if you’re in a cold part of the country, protect outdoor plants from frost.