ktrain
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Right....big money!
When you're a seller though, sometimes forking out the big dough to make bigger dough is what it takes.
The $1000 fig tree
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When you're a seller though, sometimes forking out the big dough to make bigger dough is what it takes.
Figgin' A
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I see a big difference between a '1000 dollar tree' and 'someone paying $1000 for a fig tree'. The former presumes a rare/of limited availability but proven variety of superior qualities and widely undisputed value. Not the case here. The latter presumes a speculative expectation of ROI based on current hype, rarity, and obscurity. Those who play this game and act fast will win some, and the slower ones might break even or end up holding the bag. The smartest way is to wait till the dust settles and make a well-informed decision.
t_corey89
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an old saying comes to mind “don’t hate the player, hate the game” I get it, it’s a business. But dang. I could never.Right....big money!
When you're a seller though, sometimes forking out the big dough to make bigger dough is what it takes.
ktrain
Moderator
Not after they see what is sold for. lol
ktrain
Moderator
You're always going to have those that like to stir the pot...poke the bear...not let a sleeping dog lie...let it go...w/e the term.
They'll always be around unfortunately.
DCallahan
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That listing price and the same for other coveted varieties is just a tactic to get prospective buyers to ask to be notified when the item comes into stock. No telling when or how much the item will be.
I’ve never seen Kremp Florist jack up prices from what they have listed, even when out of stock.
I guess we’ll see on this one since they have it listed.
I forget which one was fairly hot at one time, cessac, crozes or conde something like that and even when figbid was insane their prices were much more reasonable, for a cutting.
superdave336
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Even if I had that amount of money with so many other good varieties I’d never buy one that expensive.
Figgerlickinggood
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Joe must be having a good time today, he hasn’t commented on this subject yet. 
GoodFriendMike
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Eating great food, Drinking vino, And enjoying the view.Joe must be having a good time today, he hasn’t commented on this subject yet.
I am sure he will stop in here later.
I would love to get a small cutting or two to graft. I want to compare it to my Pasquale. No rush though. I have too many varieties already.
GoodFriendMike
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I won't be buying that one.
Maybe it's just me, I find it funny that the winning bidder has to pay $19.95 in shipping on top of the $2550.
superdave336
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It is funny but i imagine if they can afford $2550 for it the $20 for shipping wouldn’t be a problem.
GoodFriendMike
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GoodFriendMike
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Ok, I know nothing about said bid or fig.nope. lol