A family heirloom fig tree is a fig tree that has been passed down through generations, often traveling with immigrant families from their home countries. These trees are cherished for their history, their connection to family heritage, and the stories they carry. They are often unknown varieties, unnamed by the broader fig community, but deeply meaningful to the families who tend them.

Click the "Submit Your Fig Tree Story" button and fill out our simple form. It takes about 5 minutes. Fill in what you know and skip what you don't — even partial information is valuable.

We review your submission and add your tree to The Great Fig Tree Project archive. Your tree's story becomes part of our living record of heirloom fig trees. We may reach out with follow-up questions.

Submit a nomination using our nomination form. We evaluate each submission and reach out about collecting a cutting. Not every tree can be accepted, but every story is valued and preserved in our archive regardless.

No — most submissions won't have a known variety. That's perfectly fine. The story matters more than the name.

Yes — your contact information is never shared publicly. We only use it to follow up about your submission.

The Great Fig Tree Project Orchard is a physical orchard in Hammonton, New Jersey dedicated to preserving heirloom fig trees. Trees accepted into the orchard are propagated from cuttings and planted there, ensuring their legacy continues for generations.