Beginner Gardening: Celeste Fig Tree question, 1 by PhyllisJ

PhyllisJ wrote:
I purchased a very small Celeste Fig last summer and placed it in a pot. In the fall, I transplanted it into a large tree pot and put in the ground. Is this the average size for the first full season or what do I need to do to help it along? I fertilized it in early spring and have been adding a small amount of Miracle Gro when I water it. It is beginning to fruit and I have quite a few figs for such a small tree. I need to protect it this winter. What is the best way short of taking the pot out of the ground? I was given figs last year and enjoyed them so much that I hope this tree will get big enough fruit to make preserves by next year.
I am in zone 6. Thanks so much for any help.