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 ...

You might be surprised to learn that figs (Ficus carica) thrive in Western Pennsylvania, with a little help and winter protection, of course. Though many varieties of this fruit have been selected for ...

The local birds and I have been enjoying the main crop of my garden’s fig tree (Ficus carica “Black Mission”). The tasty experience pleases the bird and leads me to a review of this popular tree. My ...

Ficus carica, commonly known as the fig, has long been appreciated both for its culinary appeal and its therapeutic potential. Recent advances in agronomy and biotechnology have fostered improved ...

Fig trees, Ficus carica, are part of the huge Ficus genus which includes around 850 different species. There are thousands of different cultivars around the world. The fig originated in the Middle ...

Here's PennLive garden writer George Weigel's Plant Pick of the Week for this week: * Common name: Fig 'Chicago Hardy' * Botanical name: Ficus carica 'Chicago Hardy' * What it is: Fresh figs are some ...

Tennessee gardeners often consider the common fig, Ficus carica, as not well suited to the majority of the state’s growing conditions. While many common figs are indeed best grown in Zones 8 to 10, ...

The Brown Turkey fig tree (Ficus carica ‘Brown Turkey’) is a popular fruit tree prized for its sweet, mild figs and adaptability to West Texas. Native to the Mediterranean, this variety thrives in ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Elderly man reaching for a ripe fig on a tree. - Westend61/Getty You can plant this low-maintenance fruit tree in your yard for an ...

Choose a strong, disease-free branch from a mature fig tree. Look for shoots that are about 6-12 inches long with multiple buds, as these will have the best chance of producing roots and new growth ...