Eaten fresh from the tree or cooked in a multitude of dishes, figs are a favorite naturally sweet snack packed with nutritional goodness. One of the oldest “fruits” in recorded history, figs grow on ...

The common edible fig is a native of the Mediterranean region that bears delicious fruit in summer and autumn in Central Florida. A deciduous, sun-loving species, the common fig (Ficus carica) can ...

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 ...

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, ...

For many gardeners, 2016 may be called the Year of the Fig. Fig trees are loaded with fruit, which is a welcome change from the past two years, when winter damage lowered the harvest. The common fig ...

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 ...

The State of California’s relationship with figs started in San Diego. When the Franciscans founded California’s first mission at San Diego de Alcala, they planted the state’s first fig tree in the ...