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Homes & Gardens
Drew Swainston

What a Fig Tree Needs in April For Succulent Summer Fruits and Lush Foliage

Three purple figs are ripening on a branch.

April can be somewhat of a flexible month for fig trees, and any maintenance you need to do will depend on your location. There are, however, going to be tasks for gardeners in all zones, so let's look at what to do with a fig tree in April to help you get a strong harvest this year.

A growing fig tree is low-maintenance, but at this stage in the year, you can ensure they are in a good place for the season ahead. If you haven’t already, pruning and feeding trees in April is definitely needed to promote new growth to carry fruit.

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