Archeologists have found evidence that fig cultivation dates back to 5,000 BC. Starting a fig tree from a cutting is straight forward process that will allow you to successfully grow your own fig tree. Order Your Sacred Plant Co Fig Cutting How To Grow Fig Cuttings # 1 | Stand your fig cutting upright in a small pot and fill around your fig cutting with soil. Water the pot thoroughly. If your cutting has no leaves place a 2-liter bottle with the bottom cut off over the cutt