One of my friends at the pool asked me if we really could grow and harvest the figs in Ohio. From the latest research I have done, what I discovered is yes, you can grow them and there is a potential ...

Fig trees (Ficus carica) are shrubs or small trees that thrive in warm climates, tolerating droughts and heat. They are grown ...

Especially for first-time gardeners, the idea of planting a fig tree can seem outlandish. After all, the fruit tree conjures images of its native climate in West Asia and the Eastern Mediterranean — ...

An experienced orchardist shares which fruit trees grow quickly and produce reliable harvests for home gardeners. These ...

Figs are a delightful option for home gardeners, combining sweet, rich flavor and ease of care. Once established, fig trees require minimal maintenance, are drought-tolerant, and can adapt to various ...

I like maximising growing space for food crops, so in this example, I have a fig tree growing in a container with an ...

If you’re growing fig trees where temperatures drop below freezing for extended periods, then an ounce of protection can be worth a pound (or more!) of figs. Native to Mediterranean Europe, Asia and ...