Unique ideas to multiply fig trees by aerial marcottage with silk paper

Multiplying fig trees by aerial marcottage is an effective method for obtaining new plants while preserving the genetic characteristics of the parent plant. Using silk paper for this technique can be an ingenious and inexpensive approach. Here are some practical ideas for success:

  • Materials required:

    To achieve the aerial marcottage with silk paper, you will need the following elements:

    • Silk paper
    • Light and fertile soil
    • Metal wire or adhesive tape
    • Birds
    • A fig tree with a healthy branch

  • Steps to follow:

    Here’s how to multiply your fig trees by aerial marcottage with silk paper:

    1. Find a healthy branch of the fig tree you want to multiply. This branch must be flexible enough to bend without breaking it.
    2. Remove a small part of the bark from the branch, about 5 cm long.
    3. Moisten a piece of silk paper and wrap it around the skinned part of the branch.
    4. Cover the silk paper with a thin layer of light and fertile soil.
    5. Wrap it up with wire or adhesive tape to hold the silk paper and earth in place.
    6. Water the marcotted part regularly to keep the substrate moist.
    7. After a few weeks to a few months, depending on the varieties of fig trees, roots should form. Once the roots are sufficiently developed, you can cut the new plant from the parent plant and transplant it into a pot with a suitable substrate.

  • Additional advice:

    Here are some tips to maximize your chances of success:

  • Choose a convenient time for aerial marcottage, usually in the spring or early summer when the plant is growing.
  • Regularly check the moisture of the substrate and water if necessary to prevent the soil from drying out.
  • Protect the marcotted part of the direct sun by covering it with opaque material.