Choose a sunny location with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight
Plant in well-draining soil
Space fig trees 10 to 20 feet apart depending on variety
Plant in spring after the last frost
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and as deep as the root ball
Set the tree at the same depth it was growing in the container
Backfill with soil and water thoroughly
Mulch around the base without touching the trunk
Water regularly during the first growing season
Reduce watering once established
Fertilize lightly in early spring if needed
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the tree
Protect young trees from frost in cold climates
Grow in containers if space is limited
Repot container-grown figs as they outgrow their pots
Harvest figs when they are soft and fully colored
Remove damaged or diseased branches as needed