Growing Figs Workshop

McLawland Farms

Want to pick figs out of your own backyard?

McLawland Farms LLC

This workshop is for beginner &amp; intermediate fig growers ages 10+. Come see our operation in action during this farmer led workshop. We’ll cover the basics from planting to harvest. Lots of tips &amp; tricks to share during this educational 90-120 minute session focused on the art of growing your own figs. We will look at different varieties and their hardiness in our climate zone. Rooted cuttings, trees, &amp; figs will be for sale at the end of the workshop. We are a certified naturally grown farm.Figs are in season currently in the Charlotte area. If available, participants will have the chance to taste figs from our trees.This will be an "in the field" workshop with a chance to sit down and share at the end. Wear comfortable close-toed shoes and appropriate attire for the weather of the day. We have been growing figs here for eight years and have 15 varieties growing at the farm.During this workshop you will learn where and how best to plant fig trees, what soil composition and fertilizers to use, how and when to pick your figs, tricks to keeping squirrels and birds away, and ideas on how to best protect your tree(s) from harsh winter weather.Three workshop sessions are being offered. Select the date and time for the session you would like to attend from the menu. Each workshop is limited to 10-12 participants. Rain or shine.About your instructor: Farmer Larry is a former Nationally Board Certified K-12 educator, lifelong gardener, and passionate farmer of nine years now. His love of figs goes all the way back to his childhood beig allowed to climb in his grandparents' trees to pick the fruit that both his grandma and grandmother would make into delicious jam.Come see why figs are such a special fruit and learn how you can grow them in your own backyard!Thanks for supporting your local area farms!L&amp;J

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