Hello Fig Friends!
Once again I will be holding a gathering at my home of all those interested in growing figs, this year on Saturday, August 24th. The intent is to gather together to meet others interested in fig growing, to share knowledge and experience, and have some fun. Of course spouses, family etc are welcome if they can stand the focus on figs!
We will open the doors at 11:30 this year and plan to eat lunch at noon, then have the rest of the afternoon for sharing. As per usual, I plan to order some pizzas, and we will provide coffee, tea, water, and of course fig leaf iced tea. We will ask guests to bring a side dish, salad or dessert to share, and throw in a couple bucks towards the pizza.
Hopefully we can have a few focused group discussions on topics like winter protection, rooting or grafting of fig plants. Maybe you would like to volunteer to speak briefly on a topic or do a demo on something?
Again this year we will hold a raffle or ‘exchange’ where we would all bring an extra fig plant or two (or if you have no extras, some other gardening-related item that others would enjoy), then draw numbers to select winners. I think this announcement is early enough for people to throw on an air layer or two now if you are thinking of coming. In past years, everyone was able to take home one or more new plants. And of course if people want to arrange trades with other guests ahead of time, that would be fine as well. If you cannot bring a plant, don’t worry, there are some of us providing extras.
My home is very near the Irwin (Mile Marker 67) exit of the PA Turnpike, just East of Pittsburgh. I will provide directions to anyone who plans to come, just respond below, or PM me on Our Figs, or email me to be included in sending out directions. Also, if you have questions please respond here, by email or by private message. Any other ideas or suggestions are appreciated. I will not need a final head count until close to the date.
Link to original announcement:
OurFigs forum post