Fig Trees
Sun-loving figs are well within your reach, even if you don’t have a massive garden. All you need is ample warmth, light and a little tender loving care to produce an abundance of Mediterranean fruits. Find out how to grow your own fig trees with our planting, cultivation and problem solving tips.
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Espalier Of Fig Trees: Can You Espalier A Fig Tree?
If you have the space, a fig tree makes a delicious and attractive addition to any landscape. However, don't fret if your garden is small. Consider creating a fig espalier. Find out more about in this article.
By Susan Patterson
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Tough, Dry Figs: Why Your Ripe Figs Are Dry Inside
Fresh picked fig tree fruit that is dry inside is definitely not desirable, however. If you have what appears to be ripe figs, but they are dry inside, what's going on? Read this article to get more information.
By Amy Grant
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Information On Historical And Modern Fig Uses
By Teo Spengler
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Potted Fig Tree Pruning: When And How To Prune Fig Trees In Containers
Figs belong to the genus Ficus, which is a common group of houseplants. Good potted fig tree care must include knowledge on how to prune fig trees in containers. This article will help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Fig Sclerotium Blight Info: Treating A Fig With Southern Blight
Southern blight on fig trees produces fungal bodies primarily around the trunk. According to fig sclerotium blight info, there is no cure for the disease, but you can prevent it fairly easily. Click on the following article for more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Fig Leaf Blight Control: Learn About Leaf Blight Of Figs
Figs suffer few serious disease issues. Few does not mean none, however, and one disease that plagues the tree is called fig thread blight or leaf blight of figs. Learn how to spot the symptoms of figs with leaf blight and its control in this article.
By Amy Grant
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What Are Fig Nematodes: How To Treat Figs With Root Knot Nematodes
Root knot nematodes are a serious problem associated with fig trees. Learn more about recognizing fig root knot nematode symptoms and how to manage figs with root knot nematodes using the information provided in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Prevent Fig Rust: Stopping Rust On Fig Leaves And Fruit
The fig is relatively carefree. However, under more humid conditions, they may be prone to disease. The most common fig disease, rust, occurs under these conditions. Learn more here.
By Jackie Rhoades
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Problems With Fig Trees: Common Fig Tree Diseases
As rewarding as they are frustrating, figs are commonly troubled by several diseases. Knowing how to recognize fig tree diseases can help keep you one step ahead. Read here to learn more.
By Kathee Mierzejewski
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Fig Tree Problems: Fig Tree Dropping Figs
When fig fruit falls off the tree, it can be frustrating. But knowing why this happens and how to correct the problem will make dealing with dropping figs easier. Learn more in this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Cold Hardy Fig Varieties: Tips For Growing Winter Hardy Figs
Figs enjoy warmer temps and probably won't do too well if you live in say, USDA zone 5. Fear not fig lovers living in cool regions; there are some cold hardy fig varieties. Find out what some of these are in this article. Click here now.
By Amy Grant
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Fig Tree Leaf Drop - Why Do Fig Trees Lose Leaves
Leaf drop can be a normal part of the fig's life cycle, but sometimes leaf drop on figs is caused by sudden environmental changes or pest problems. Read this article to learn more about leaf drop in fig trees.
By Kristi Waterworth
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Fig Tree Container Planting: Tips For Growing Figs In Pots
If you live in USDA zones 8-10, there's a fig for you. What if you live north of Zone 7? No worries, consider planting fig trees in pots. Read this article to find out how to care for potted fig trees and other info on container grown figs.
By Amy Grant
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Common Fig Tree Pests – What To Do About Pests On Fig Trees
Despite their ancient history, they are not without many of the same fig tree insect pests that plague the tree today. The key to fig tree pest control is learning how to identify common fig tree pests. The information in this article should help with that.
By Amy Grant
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Fig Tree Ants: How To Keep Ants Off Fig Trees
Ants on fig trees can be especially problematic because many types of figs have an opening through which they can readily enter. Learn more about controlling ants in fig trees in this article.
By Susan Patterson
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Fig Fruit Stays Green - Reasons Figs Don't Ripen
A common question that gardeners with fig trees have is a??how long does it take a fig to ripen on the tree?a?? The answer to this question is not a straight forward answer. Learn why in this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Fig Tree Care In Winter - Fig Tree Winter Protection And Storage
While it is commonly found in warmer climates, there are methods for fig cold protection that can allow gardeners in cooler climates to keep their figs over the winter. This article explains more.
By Heather Rhoades

