Propagation Guide
Rooting and Transplanting Fig Cuttings
A comprehensive guide to propagating fig trees from cuttings. Figs root easily with minimal supplies — great for beginner propagators.
Rooting fig cuttings is one of the most rewarding and accessible forms of plant propagation. Figs are forgiving and vigorous — a single dormant cutting can become a producing tree within 2–3 years. This guide walks you through each step with practical tips from our experience in the Inland Empire.
Before you begin, collect everything you'll need:
- Fig cuttings (dormant hardwood cuttings, ideally pencil-thick)
- Sharp, clean pruning shears or a knife
- Rooting hormone (optional but helpful)
- Small pots or containers with drainage holes
- Potting mix (see Step 6 for options)
- A plastic bag or humidity dome
- Labels and a marker
- Water
The best time to take fig cuttings is during dormancy — late fall through early spring, before new growth begins. In the Inland Empire that's typically December through February.
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