Finally, cleaning up fallen leaves and fruit in autumn helps discourage pests and disease. Common Problems With Fig Trees Curling Leaves. There are a few reasons why fig tree leaves might curl.

ANSWER: The problem with the figs is a fungal disease called fig rust. This disease causes brown spots on the leaves and leads to the foliage dropping from the tree.

Q: I have a big fig tree in my backyard. I have always removed all of the fallen leaves this time of year as I was told that any dead leaves could give rise to increase in insects and plant diseases.

Fig leaf rust, a fungal disease that affects mostly the leaves, is a common problem. It thrives on humidity and moisture, and trees respond by dropping their leaves in late summer or early fall.

Touch the fruit. Not all figs show obvious signs of ripening. Some, including the popular LSU Gold cultivar, remain green ...