Kitty in Gaithersburg writes: “Please help me save my baby fig tree. It is in a 10-inch pot for now, waiting for an old catalpa tree to be removed, after which it will be properly planted. I had a ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In last Wednesday’s Food section, Peter Cundari’s fig discussion prompted great correspondence from readers. You might remember that this Eltingville gardener cultivates potted ...

While fiddle leaf figs have a reputation for being finicky (which is at least partially deserved), they just need the right ...

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 ...

Seems like just about everyone likes the idea of growing figs. Perhaps it's some primal attraction for this ancient fruit. The rich, sweet flavor of the tree-ripened fruits is definitely part of the ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- In isolation from neighbors in the midst of the pandemic, fig gardeners take comfort in their budding crops. Will it be a juicy season for ficus farmers in the Northeast? By now ...

Seems like just about everyone likes the idea of growing figs. Perhaps it's some primal attraction for this ancient fruit. The rich, sweet flavor of the tree-ripened fruits is definitely part of the ...