Rooted fig cuttings are gradually transitioned from propagation media into pots or garden soil to allow roots to adjust before active growth resumes.

Propagation failures such as mold, rot, and drying are usually caused by excess moisture, poor airflow, or inconsistent humidity during rooting.

Stable warmth from a heat mat combined with gentle indoor light helps fig cuttings root more consistently by supporting early root formation before top growth.

Different rooting media—including bark-based mixes, perlite, and soil—offer varying drainage and moisture characteristics that influence how fig cuttings form roots.

Fig cuttings can be callused indoors by placing them upright in a lightly moist medium and maintaining warm, stable conditions before rooting begins.

Dormant fig cuttings can be safely stored over winter in a refrigerator using a sealed plastic bag and light moisture to prevent drying while maintaining dormancy.

A healthy fig cutting has firm bark, visible nodes, and clean white interior wood—key indicators of viable material for successful propagation.

Dormant fig cuttings taken in late winter show clean, healthy wood ready for storage or propagation in Zone 7b conditions.