Figs are just about the easiest fruit to grow; they’re self-pollinating and ... but they’re less fussy than other fruit trees. They require a bit of TLC, including being vigilant about pruning ...
You also need to be aware of the potential size your tree will grow to and whether it's self-fertilising. Self-fertile trees will produce fruit without the need for another tree to pollinate it.
It's important to choose the correct variety of fruit trees for an orchard. For instance, 'Bartlett' pear doesn't grow well because of disease. 'Orient,' on the other hand, works great in Georgia.