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THE NEW 
King Fig is an entirely new fig, with a new 
flavor and supreme quality. Ripens to perfec- 
tion in Northern California, Oregon and 
Washington in spite of fog, wind and cold 
climates of these coastal regions. 
King Fig is large sized, thin skinned, 
smooth and shining as an apple, green out- 
side, pink inside and self-pollenizing. One tree 
alone will ripen fruit perfectly. 
~ King Figs large as pears in the second year 
are not unusual with ordinary care of soil and 
irrigation as directed. Also, fig trees gen- 
erally produce a crop of fruit every year, 
because the fruit is not subject to damage by 
frosts. 
King Fig will ripen four or five months 
after transplanting if the tiny figs exposed on 
the tree (like the eye of a crab) have not been 
broken off in handling. 
First crop of King Figs starts to ripen in 
June in California and in July in Oregon and 
Washington. 
The climate from Portland to Seattle, and 
in the vicinity of Bellingham and Vancouver, 
B. C., is ideal for King Figs. 
Fig trees have long life, need no pruning, 
spraying, thinning and are generally free 
from pests; but the tree will not develop a 
normal growth if watering is neglected. After 
three years, the tree will take care of itself. 
Inspection made every year has proved that 
over 98%, we repeat, over 98%, of all com- 
plaints are caused by lack of water, or a ring 
was not built around the tree so that the 
water could penetrate to the roots. 
Tests Have Proved: 
You cannot water fig trees too often. 
A fig tree planted next to a leaky faucet or 
a running ditch will outgrow another fig tree 
planted anywhere else from three to five 
times. 
Building a 6-inch ring of earth around the 
tree so that water will penetrate to the roots, 
saves time and water, and helps to develop a 
stronger root system for the following year 
with.a larger crop. 
Pinching back the buds after the third leaf 
will help the tree immeasurably. It will stand 
out round and ornamental, and there will be 
less danger from strong winds. The tree will 
then not grow too high, with the result that 
there will be a larger size of fruit and a more 
abundant crop in the following year. 
Instruction on Planting: 
Select best sunny location available, as far 
away as possible from trees and shrubbery. 
Remove sack and moss. In removing paper 
wrapper and bamboo, be careful not to break 
off tiny figs. 
Dig a hole 12 inches deep, wide enough to 
accommodate the roots without cramping, set 
in the tree and cover roots with soil; mix soil 
with well-rotted manure (not chicken or rab- 
bit) and re-fill the hole. 
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WRITE R. W. EWELL, 3275 S. E. 
KING FIG 
If the tree is to be planted in hard soil, 
clay, or soil composed mostly of sand, dig a 
hole 4 feet in diameter and about 3 feet deep. 
Refill it with good loam, but plant tree only 12 
inches deep. 
In certain districts or close to the coast, a 
strong wind may retard the growth of the 
young tree; but you can protect it by placing 
boards, or a sack tied to two sticks, 4 feet 
away, on the side where the wind is most 
constant. 
Make a ring of earth around the tree 6 
inches high and 3 feet in diameter, so water 
will penetrate to the roots. Water every other 
day for the first year. We cannot stress this 
too strongly. 
In the spring, following planting of the tree, 
new shoots or branches will start, usually 
from the top. As each branch develops leaves, 
pinch back (break off) the tips or buds after 
the third leaf. This is also very important. 
This procedure can be repeated up to the 
third year, particularly when the growth is 
vigorous. 
Keep Soil Loose. 
Tests have proved a young fig tree will 
grow until as late as October, if the soil is 
kept loose around the tree by ordinary culti- 
vation to a depth of 4 inches. 
If the trees do not develop a normal growth 
by July, dig around the tree 2 feet from the 
trunk. See if roots of other plants or trees, 
attracted by constant moisture, are not inter- 
fering with the root system of the young fig 
tree. 
Irrigation: 
King Fig trees have grown to over 9 feet in 
height the first year in the cool climates of 
Seattle, Washington, and Northern California 
where a ring of earth was built around the 
tree so water could penetrate to the roots. 
Water tree every two days and remember: 
The buds, or end of the branches, are your 
guide for irrigation. If buds are solid, or do 
not split, it is a sure sign of lack of moisture, 
or that water does not penetrate to the roots. 
Start to water when soil gets dry in spring. 
Second Year: 
Cut off all young shoots that start from base 
of tree 
Again in winter build a ring around the tree 
and fill with manure, but not close to trunk. 
Again in the spring pinch back every new 
branch after the third leaf; repeat third year. 
WARNING! At time of picking figs, do not 
squeeze them, feel gently. Figs are fully ripe 
when soft. 
Production: Production of King Fig trees 
will be limited for several years to come. Don’t 
wait, orders taken now for present delivery. 
Prices: 2! to 3!4 ft. long, $2.50; 4 to 5 ft. 
long, $3.50; 5% to 7 ft. long, $4.00. Prices in- 
clude delivery charges. 
PRIMROSE SOCIETY 
ANKENY, PORTLAND, OREGON 
SWEENEY, STRAUB & DIMM, HORTICULTURAL PRINTERS, PORTLAND, ORE. 
