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Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. The common fig (Ficus carica) is a small tree native to southwest Asia but ...

The secret to the perfect fig is in your shears. A few strategic cuts turn a tangled thicket into a high-yielding masterpiece. Here’s how to master pruning fig trees ...

A. Yes, they will. Hopkins Nursery in Fort Lauderdale, 954-434-5558, carries a complete line of edible figs. The nursery should have more in stock in mid-June. Q. When should we fertilize our plants ...

It is bittersweet saying goodbye to the homegrown flavors of summer. Fresh tomatoes, ripe berries, and sweet figs are a few of my favorites. Perhaps one of the easiest fruits to grow in the south, ...

Not all trees are equal in Bill Lauris’ eyes. He’s lost track of how many trees he cut down because they were boring. “If I’m giving them space in my yard, the agreement is: I’m giving you a place to ...

Figs are considered the first cultivated crop, dating back to prehistoric times. Can a fruit tree rich in vitamins and fiber thrive in the heat of the Vegas summer? You better believe it. In your very ...

This article was originally on a blog post platform and may be missing photos, graphics or links. See About archive blog posts. Native from the eastern Mediterranean region through western Asia, the ...