A fig tree loaded with tiny green treasures can create a gardener’s version of heartbreak when those fruits suddenly hit the ground before they become sweet, soft, and ready for picking. Fig trees often drop fruit early because they face stress from water problems, temperature swings, pollination issues, or even the wrong growing conditions.
Early fig drop usually gives gardeners clues instead of a mystery. Once the cause becomes clear, a few adjustments can help the tree hold onto its fruit longer and produce the delicious figs that inspired the planting in the first place.
