Bordissot Negra Rimada (BNR) 2024

[RandyK]

I was finally able to taste my first BNR fig.  It is my first fruit off of a young tree.  BNR is seeming to live up to its reputation for being late.  It seemed promising that I would be able to ripen many figs when it produced figlets in early July and they seemed to grow very well…at first.  But once they got to a very nice size, they really slowed down and the final swelling and ripening of this first fig just really started less than a week ago.  I don’t record or count ripening days like some (sorry guys, just not that diligent recording such things), but it seems like from pictures I have taken at various stages of development that this one takes around 70-ish days to develop and ripen.

That being said about BNR being late…I can see what all the fuss and hype are about.  This was an excellent fig!  After weeks and weeks of very dry weather, we finally started getting some significant rain in the past two days…of course the rain hits right when my first BNR was doing its final ripening!  And sure enough, it split badly.  However, despite the rain and the splitting, it did not taste watered down.  I would describe it as having an intense berry flavor.  And there seemed to be an added “kick” that I couldn’t put my finger on at first (I’m not the best a discerning and describing the details and nuances of flavors) but I figured out that it is a very nice acidity that enhances the flavor.  I really liked that.  It had a mild seed crunch and seemed very thin skinned.  It seems to me like 64 grams is a very nice size also.  I loved the deep rich color of the inside of the fig.  These are beautifully striped while ripening.  When they swell and get darker, the striping on this one faded a bit, but are still visible.  I can only imagine what this one would have tasted like if it had not been raining and could have ripened just a little bit more fully.
 
Overall, I was very impressed with this first BNR fig.  I will still need to see if these are consistently late and, if so, decide if I am going to keep it or not.  I think BNR is good enough that I might be okay with some extra work and effort to get these to ripen…I will have to see.

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[Figless]

@"RandyK"#37 . Wow those are some beautiful looking figs. At 65 grams they weigh in at a very respectable size. The dark purple color is very pleasing, both inside and out. I would have been as purple as it's pulp to see it split like that. But I'm sure that's just an occasional occurrence.. I actually wondered if you got caprified, but you couldn't have you're in the wrong location. Those figs are just a really nice size. Congratulations on growing ripening and tasting your first BNR.

Randy maybe you could put your location up. I know you've told us, but I'm an old man, and my memory Place tricks.

 

[MiaD]

Worth waiting for I think!

 

[RandyK]

Worth waiting for I think!

I think so too. At least for now. Definitely worth continuing to grow and evaluate. I still have about half a dozen more that I am hoping will still ripen

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@"RandyK"#37 . Wow those are some beautiful looking figs. At 65 grams they weigh in at a very respectable size. The dark purple color is very pleasing, both inside and out. I would have been as purple as it's pulp to see it split like that. But I'm sure that's just an occasional occurrence.. I actually wondered if you got caprified, but you couldn't have you're in the wrong location. Those figs are just a really nice size. Congratulations on growing ripening and tasting your first BNR.

Randy maybe you could put your location up. I know you've told us, but I'm an old man, and my memory Place tricks.

I’ve been lazy about learning how to do some of these set up things. I went in and added a signature. Not sure if I did it right or not. 

I’m in East Tennessee in zone 7a. The new, revised rating says 7b, but I’m not sure I believe it…not with the polar vortex events we’ve had in the past two years!

 

[JMF75]

It's a good tasting fig with beautiful colors but splits and it's late-ish. Yet I have two trees lol

 

[RandyK]

It's a good tasting fig with beautiful colors but splits and it's late-ish. Yet I have two trees lol

I hear ya! I might end up doing the same, it was that good.

 

[MiaD]

Anyone else have trouble rooting BNR? I failed 2 very nice cuttings.

 

[RandyK]

Anyone else have trouble rooting BNR? I failed 2 very nice cuttings.

I just had one cutting and it seemed to do fine. It (and a bunch of other cuttings) even survived my first ever spider mite infestation! Hate those things!

 

[Figless]

@"MiaD"#88.Yes I am in the failed BNR cutting Club. What is hilarious about my club membership is that I was given a whole handful of BNR reverted cuttings that I just gave away to other members in another fig Community platform. Then of course mine dies. I can completely get how you could wind up with two of a coveted variety. After next year I will be a big provider of bass's favorite fig cuttings. I was determined not to fail so I bought four, and they all made it. Come next year I'll be giving all of you guys a cutting or three LOL.

 

[MiaD]

@"MiaD"#88.Yes I am in the failed BNR cutting Club. What is hilarious about my club membership is that I was given a whole handful of BNR reverted cuttings that I just gave away to other members in another fig Community platform. Then of course mine dies. I can completely get how you could wind up with two of a coveted variety. After next year I will be a big provider of bass's favorite fig cuttings. I was determined not to fail so I bought four, and they all made it. Come next year I'll be giving all of you guys a cutting or three LOL.

My sad BFF! Never outgrew FMV, but I just can’t let it go.
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I wonder if it was mislabeled, I think BFF is known to be fairly clear of FMV?

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Anyone else have trouble rooting BNR? I failed 2 very nice cuttings.

I just had one cutting and it seemed to do fine. It (and a bunch of other cuttings) even survived my first ever spider mite infestation! Hate those things!

Sorry about the spider mites. How did you remedy it? Had a few fungus gnats, but that’s an easy fix. 
I found a picture of the second BNR and a CC, really nice cuttings, failed them both When I fail, I do it spectacularly! Not rooting in water, just hydrating overnight.
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[RandyK]

All, I have to apologize and make a clarification.  The original post pictures show August 25, 2024 written on the paper plate I used...that is not correct.  It should say SEPTEMBER 25, 2024.  Sorry about that.  I must be living in the past.  The months do seem to be flying by!

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@"MiaD"#88.Yes I am in the failed BNR cutting Club. What is hilarious about my club membership is that I was given a whole handful of BNR reverted cuttings that I just gave away to other members in another fig Community platform. Then of course mine dies. I can completely get how you could wind up with two of a coveted variety. After next year I will be a big provider of bass's favorite fig cuttings. I was determined not to fail so I bought four, and they all made it. Come next year I'll be giving all of you guys a cutting or three LOL.

My sad BFF! Never outgrew FMV, but I just can’t let it go.
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I wonder if it was mislabeled, I think BFF is known to be fairly clear of FMV?

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Anyone else have trouble rooting BNR? I failed 2 very nice cuttings.

I just had one cutting and it seemed to do fine. It (and a bunch of other cuttings) even survived my first ever spider mite infestation! Hate those things!

Sorry about the spider mites. How did you remedy it? Had a few fungus gnats, but that’s an easy fix. 
I found a picture of the second BNR and a CC, really nice cuttings, failed them both When I fail, I do it spectacularly! Not rooting in water, just hydrating overnight.
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For the spider mites, I used a homemade mixture that I found on a YouTube video.  It seemed to work well.  I think the key with this spider mite treatment was to do 3 or 4 iterations of treatment to make sure to break the cycle and not let any of the stages of spider mites survive over time.  They do seem to be pretty tough and persist.  They took a while to get rid of.  The mixture I used had both Peppermint and Tea Tree Castile Soap, hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol and water.  I can dig up the recipe I wrote down and post it or send it to you if you want it.  Since I had never had spider mites before, I didn't really know anything about them and they got very out of control.

And on your failed cuttings, I know how frustrating that can be!  You put all the time and attention into them and then they don't make it.  It is very disappointing.

 

[MiaD]

All, I have to apologize and make a clarification.  The original post pictures show August 25, 2024 written on the paper plate I used...that is not correct.  It should say SEPTEMBER 25, 2024.  Sorry about that.  I must be living in the past.  The months do seem to be flying by!

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@"MiaD"#88.Yes I am in the failed BNR cutting Club. What is hilarious about my club membership is that I was given a whole handful of BNR reverted cuttings that I just gave away to other members in another fig Community platform. Then of course mine dies. I can completely get how you could wind up with two of a coveted variety. After next year I will be a big provider of bass's favorite fig cuttings. I was determined not to fail so I bought four, and they all made it. Come next year I'll be giving all of you guys a cutting or three LOL.

My sad BFF! Never outgrew FMV, but I just can’t let it go.
Click for original



I wonder if it was mislabeled, I think BFF is known to be fairly clear of FMV?

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Anyone else have trouble rooting BNR? I failed 2 very nice cuttings.

I just had one cutting and it seemed to do fine. It (and a bunch of other cuttings) even survived my first ever spider mite infestation! Hate those things!

Sorry about the spider mites. How did you remedy it? Had a few fungus gnats, but that’s an easy fix. 
I found a picture of the second BNR and a CC, really nice cuttings, failed them both When I fail, I do it spectacularly! Not rooting in water, just hydrating overnight.
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For the spider mites, I used a homemade mixture that I found on a YouTube video.  It seemed to work well.  I think the key with this spider mite treatment was to do 3 or 4 iterations of treatment to make sure to break the cycle and not let any of the stages of spider mites survive over time.  They do seem to be pretty tough and persist.  They took a while to get rid of.  The mixture I used had both Peppermint and Tea Tree Castile Soap, hydrogen peroxide, rubbing alcohol and water.  I can dig up the recipe I wrote down and post it or send it to you if you want it.  Since I had never had spider mites before, I didn't really know anything about them and they got very out of control.

And on your failed cuttings, I know how frustrating that can be!  You put all the time and attention into them and then they don't make it.  It is very disappointing.

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When you have a moment, you should start a thread about treating spider mites and share your recipe and experience. I’m sure everyone would rather read about your successful treatment than my failed cuttings. And always good to have another tool in our toolbox for growing figs. I would definitely appreciate your input.

 

[MiaD]

@"RandyK"#37 When you have a moment, you should start a thread about treating spider mites and share your recipe and experience. I’m sure everyone would rather read about your successful treatment than my failed cuttings. And always good to have another tool in our toolbox for growing figs. I would definitely appreciate your input.

 

[RandyK]

@"RandyK"#37 When you have a moment, you should start a thread about treating spider mites and share your recipe and experience. I’m sure everyone would rather read about your successful treatment than my failed cuttings. And always good to have another tool in our toolbox for growing figs. I would definitely appreciate your input.

@"MiaD"#88  I'll do one better than trying to recreate the spider mite recipe and use...I'll post the video I watched.  The guy is well spoken and covers the topic thoroughly.  I watched quite a few YouTubes when I was trying to figure out how to deal with this issue, which was new to me.  I thought this was the best video and it worked well.  I might put some intro comments in the post, but the video has great detail and instructions.