Introducing: Fig Culture – How to Grow Figs in Cold Climates

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This is a preview of a new show from Food Garden Life Media. Hosted by Steven Biggs, Fig Culture explores the world of growing figs in places where they’re not supposed to thrive. You’ll hear from fig experts in cold climates about the best varieties, learn how growers protect their trees through winter, meet passionate fig enthusiasts, and discover creative ways to use figs in the kitchen. In this first episode, we visit Vancouver Island—where figs are fully hardy, but a cool coastal climate makes ripening a challenge. Master fig grower Bob Duncan has trialled hundreds of varieties to find the ones that perform best in his conditions—and he’s found some outstanding picks. To hear more, search “Fig Culture” in your podcast app and follow the show. Episode 2 is waiting for you.