You said: I hope you learned from this video. Absolutely. This is how it should be: Show how you do it, and most importantly the result. Not words and bla blas. Thank you so much. Great video. Nick.
I especially like that part of just scrapping the branch. I wanted to air layered one of the 3 branches of my one - year old potted fig plant that are growing in different directions. Thanks a lot
I’m going to try this today. I’ve got everything except the foil… but I’ve seen some TH-camrs working them without the foil. And also some said they don’t water them at all. Let me go try 10 of them😅🙌🏿… see you in a month and a half.
Awesome! You can always add some foil when you see roots. You might be able to get away without adding water - just keep an eye on the soil color to know if it’s getting dry. Let me know how it works for you. Good luck!
This is one of the BEST videos I have watched in a long time. Thank you Sir!! I loved this technique I haven't seen it before. I'm a new figster in Arizona and went looking for reviews specifically for our state since I was starting to sense a difference and inundation of reviews from colder climates. I look forward to your next video's no pressure ;). Are you in any fig groups local to Az or do you recommend anything for noobs like me? Thanks!
Thank you! Check out Enlightenment Garden on TH-cam; Natahsa has a lot of good fig videos from AZ. Edge of Nowhere Farm is also a great channel. On Facebook you can find a group called Piggin' on Figs in AZ.
Oi, thank you for this! You have presentation style - I’m just calling it as I see it - not everyone has that. As well, you have a keen understanding of horticulture and from my perspective, obviously have a passion for the nurture side of all things green. In a way, you’re painterly - you have a vision in mind as seen thru the lens of your yard. Seriously, IF you’re not already on this path, consider applying your penchant for agriculture and look into becoming at the very least, a Master Gardener. Or, take it further; why not paint yourself right into an ag degree? “I dream my painting and then I paint my dream.” ~ Vincent Van Gogh
I have a question for you! I see you scraped only one side and only grew roots on that side. Why not try scraping the other side also and see if roots grow there? Have you ever tried scraping both sides and what were the results?
Hi :) Scraping both sides certainly won’t hurt anything. I can’t remember trying it myself so I can’t say if it helped. I have seen others report not scraping at all and still growing roots fine. My guess is that it just takes a little longer. Best of luck!
@@jesen84 Thank you so very much for your answer, much appreciated! By the way...I just found your channel and subscribed because I really like how you explain things. Great video. I watched many of your videos since this one and all are really good! Keep up the good work!
You can trim some leaves so the roots don't have to work so hard. When you pot an air layer it will grow roots for about a month before starting new growth. This is why it's preferred to air layer no later than end of July.
A great video. Easy and not a lot of talking. It's going to be mid July where I live before being able to do this. Is that too late in the season or I'm I still OK? Our first frost is usually October 15.
Personally, I’d put the wider opening lower on the branch as it’s likely to be slightly thicker. I’d then bend the plastic rectangles to match the branch width that needs to fit through them. Good luck!
I’d suggest starting your air layers with at least 2 months left if your growing season. You’re best off in the spring since the tree will be actively growing.
@@hennesseyme9112 yeah, I need it to stay as moist as possible in my dry climate. The soil also needs to stay intact when I add water or finally get ready to plant it.
@@jesen84 Ok! I am had a devil of a time with these balls. I am not using it on a branch. I am trying to root some Monstera cuttings and I am using Pafcal chips. Keeping the balls closed without the chips falling out was hard. I am thinking of using one on my fig tree with soil like you did to see if it is easier.
I wouldn’t say there is one prime month. You can start from when the tree wakes up from dormancy until about 2 months before your first frost. The dates will vary based on your climate. Most people should be good to start in May and June.
I think he got a very good price. That is the Pastilier variety which is expensive. The pot is big like 15 gallons. The tree was big too. In South California, some nurseries and craiglist sellers selling 15 gallons of Panache Tiger, Black mission, Brown turkey for $250. Those varieties are way less valuable comparing to Pastilier. I bought 5 gal pots of Desert King, PT, BM.... for $45. Those trees were only 3-4 ft and much smaller than his tree. About the size of the branch that he grafted in this video.
When you initially setup the air layer, make the soil as most as you can. How much water you add over the weeks will depend on a lot of factors - temperature, soil type, root growth, etc. I look at the soil color to gauge how dry it is, and then water as best as I can through the top of the container. When in doubt, I add water.
You said: I hope you learned from this video. Absolutely. This is how it should be: Show how you do it, and most importantly the result. Not words and bla blas. Thank you so much. Great video. Nick.
Thanks! I really appreciate the kind words.
I especially like that part of just scrapping the branch. I wanted to air layered one of the 3 branches of my one - year old potted fig plant that are growing in different directions. Thanks a lot
I’m glad you found it useful. Good luck!
Thanks for showing the changes through the weeks. So many “tutorials” start but never show the results. Cheers!
Thank you!
I’m going to try this today. I’ve got everything except the foil… but I’ve seen some TH-camrs working them without the foil. And also some said they don’t water them at all. Let me go try 10 of them😅🙌🏿… see you in a month and a half.
Awesome! You can always add some foil when you see roots. You might be able to get away without adding water - just keep an eye on the soil color to know if it’s getting dry. Let me know how it works for you. Good luck!
Thank you. Simple and clear. No bla bla bla like many others.
Nicely done!
Thank you!
Im seeing so many incredible techniques, Thank you
Thanks for the feedback!
@@jesen84 Can this be done with oak trees?
@@bmlsb I’m not sure. Try it and let me know :)
@@jesen84 I’m going to I’ve been trying to sprout some oak seeds but I think this work faster. I’m going to order tonight
This is one of the BEST videos I have watched in a long time. Thank you Sir!! I loved this technique I haven't seen it before. I'm a new figster in Arizona and went looking for reviews specifically for our state since I was starting to sense a difference and inundation of reviews from colder climates. I look forward to your next video's no pressure ;). Are you in any fig groups local to Az or do you recommend anything for noobs like me? Thanks!
Thank you! Check out Enlightenment Garden on TH-cam; Natahsa has a lot of good fig videos from AZ. Edge of Nowhere Farm is also a great channel. On Facebook you can find a group called Piggin' on Figs in AZ.
@@jesen84 Awesome thank you!
Oi, thank you for this! You have presentation style - I’m just calling it as I see it - not everyone has that. As well, you have a keen understanding of horticulture and from my perspective, obviously have a passion for the nurture side of all things green. In a way, you’re painterly - you have a vision in mind as seen thru the lens of your yard. Seriously, IF you’re not already on this path, consider applying your penchant for agriculture and look into becoming at the very least, a Master Gardener. Or, take it further; why not paint yourself right into an ag degree? “I dream my painting and then I paint my dream.” ~ Vincent Van Gogh
I have a question for you! I see you scraped only one side and only grew roots on that side. Why not try scraping the other side also and see if roots grow there? Have you ever tried scraping both sides and what were the results?
Hi :) Scraping both sides certainly won’t hurt anything. I can’t remember trying it myself so I can’t say if it helped. I have seen others report not scraping at all and still growing roots fine. My guess is that it just takes a little longer. Best of luck!
@@jesen84 Thank you so very much for your answer, much appreciated! By the way...I just found your channel and subscribed because I really like how you explain things. Great video. I watched many of your videos since this one and all are really good! Keep up the good work!
Thank you! The positive feedback means a lot to me.
You can trim some leaves so the roots don't have to work so hard. When you pot an air layer it will grow roots for about a month before starting new growth. This is why it's preferred to air layer no later than end of July.
All valid points. Thanks!
A great video. Easy and not a lot of talking. It's going to be mid July where I live before being able to do this. Is that too late in the season or I'm I still OK? Our first frost is usually October 15.
I think you should be OK. You should have at least 2 months runway. Good luck!
Everything I needed to know thanks
Thank you for the feedback!
Thank you! This was very helpful!
Good info!
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The large size (which I got) has one side with additional plastic emerging inside, which direction should it be used ?
Personally, I’d put the wider opening lower on the branch as it’s likely to be slightly thicker. I’d then bend the plastic rectangles to match the branch width that needs to fit through them. Good luck!
Hi, so what months are good to start propagating the branches for inground and outside potted? I am in zone 7b, 8. Thank you sir. 😊
I’d suggest starting your air layers with at least 2 months left if your growing season. You’re best off in the spring since the tree will be actively growing.
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What are the plastica containers called
Rooting balls. They go by other names too. Check the link in the description.
How much water do you start with?
I soak the water as much as possible because my cover is not air tight and dries out slowly. Good luck.
Why do you pack it that tightly? How does air get in?
@@hennesseyme9112 yeah, I need it to stay as moist as possible in my dry climate. The soil also needs to stay intact when I add water or finally get ready to plant it.
@@jesen84 Ok! I am had a devil of a time with these balls. I am not using it on a branch. I am trying to root some Monstera cuttings and I am using Pafcal chips. Keeping the balls closed without the chips falling out was hard. I am thinking of using one on my fig tree with soil like you did to see if it is easier.
Do you have to water the balls?
Only if they dry out. Watch the soil color to check.
Does the air layer have to be done on current year growth, or can it be done on much older stem?
It should work on older growth as well.
What kind of soil you used!
I used store-bought potting mix because it retains moisture well. I’m sure other soil would also work fine.
Any ideas for how to grow cuttings from a dwarf ficus benjamina bonsai? I get roots, but no new leaves & eventually they die.
Huh, usually roots are the harder part to get. Besides making sure they’re getting sufficient light, I’m not sure what else to suggest. Good luck!
What month of the year is prime for air layer fig tree
I wouldn’t say there is one prime month. You can start from when the tree wakes up from dormancy until about 2 months before your first frost. The dates will vary based on your climate. Most people should be good to start in May and June.
@@jesen84 ty just did a few the end of june
1:22 wow, $90 two years agp. Wonder the price now
I think he got a very good price. That is the Pastilier variety which is expensive. The pot is big like 15 gallons. The tree was big too. In South California, some nurseries and craiglist sellers selling 15 gallons of Panache Tiger, Black mission, Brown turkey for $250. Those varieties are way less valuable comparing to Pastilier. I bought 5 gal pots of Desert King, PT, BM.... for $45. Those trees were only 3-4 ft and much smaller than his tree. About the size of the branch that he grafted in this video.
How match water
When you initially setup the air layer, make the soil as most as you can. How much water you add over the weeks will depend on a lot of factors - temperature, soil type, root growth, etc. I look at the soil color to gauge how dry it is, and then water as best as I can through the top of the container. When in doubt, I add water.
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