The message
from Tim Tyler contains these words:

It looks as though the same trick can be fairly easily
be performed with figs as well.

Fig seed germinates readily, but beware! Many imported figs are from
varieties which are not self-fertile. I can't remember the details, but
you might need male and female trees.

--
Rusty
Open the creaking gate to make a horrid.squeak, then lower the foobar.
http://www.users.zetnet.co.uk/hi-fi/