The fig trees have had it with winter.

[jackb]

The figs have decided to break dormancy no matter what the calendar says, but there is not much I can do about it.

jackb

 

[Rhodie Ranch]

My two figs outside have yet to bud but all the fruit trees are. Its a bit early, but our weather has been unusually warm.

 

[Nyboy]

Have to check mine next time in country, I forgot to water them.

 

[Smart Red]

Mine are well leaved out, too. Of course, the sun room is warmer than outside.

 

[jackb]

Mine are well leaved out, too. Of course, the sun room is warmer than outside.

Red,
Have you ever thought of using a few of these in the basement? I have used two of them for several years. They really work well, as they increase the humidity while they capture heat from the light. They also have ports for ventilation.
jackb

http://www.ebay.com/itm/48-x24-x60-...389013?hash=item2ed9316695:g:IE0AAOSwabhUXJc-

 

[Smart Red]

Never saw such a thing. There is a light inside and the plant is imprisoned with the light? I have used these in the basement -- the shelves can be removed:

Gardman R687 4-Tier Mini Greenhouse, 27" Long x 18" Wide x 63" High

I put the lights in, add a bowl of water, and zip it up.

 

[jackb]

The tents have been around a long time, big item with those who grow that very profitable crop indoors. You suspend your lights from the top using various adjustable arrangements. I use inline duct fans to circulate air through them, also small heaters can be used in them if necessary. The reflective surface captures the light that would otherwise be lost. I would not say the plants are imprisoned, but would describe it as nurtured by them.
They come in various sizes and are also known as indoor greenhouses, also, they are much less costly than constructing a grow room.

 

[Smart Red]

Thank you, jackb. Teasing on the imprisoned part, but it does rather resemble a plant straight jacket to me. I'm still envisioning plants growing outside -- knowing it's not possible year round here in South-est, central-est Wisconsin.

 

[Nyboy]

Friend who grows pot in basement swears by them.

 

[Smart Red]

Oh, sure, for my pot it would be a great idea. Growing that in the light of day is dangerous and stupid, IMHO. Besides, the really good stuff needs more heat and light then available here in South-est, central-est Wisconsin.

Or so I've been told.

When we bought the property there was pot growing all over the place. Not so much anymore.