When and how to properly prune your fig tree for a bountiful harvest

Fig trees are small trees or large shrubs highly valued for their fleshy and tasty fruits, as well as for their remarkable foliage. They are quite hardy and can be grown in a container, in your garden, in a greenhouse, and even against a wall. Well-maintained fig trees generally reach a height of 3 meters. Once planted, fig trees take about 3 years to produce fruit, provided they are properly cared for.Part of this care involves pruning your fig tree correctly, at the right time, and with the right tools. If you want to learn how to prune your fig tree, stay with us as we guide you through this process.

When to Prune a Fig Tree
It is always useful to know how and when to prune a fig tree. If your tree can focus its efforts on sending sugars and hormones to specific branches and fruits, they will become even sweeter and more flavorful.

The best time of year to prune your fig tree is winter. Indeed, edible figs are dormant in winter (your tree loses all its leaves).