One of the oldest “fruits” in recorded history, figs grow on trees that are fairly easy to cultivate. Common fig tree care begins with warmth, although the fig tree can adjust to other ...

That being said, more mature fig trees can be encouraged to produce fruit in a few different ways. Discover what experts suggest doing to get a fig tree fruit below. 1.

Prune fig trees in winter after the coldest temperatures have passed. Remove enough of the plant to keep its growth at a manageable height, typically no more than 1/3 of the plant at one time.

The fig has been around since the dawn of civilization and was one of the first plants ever to be cultivated by humans. Fossilized figs dating to B.C. 9400-9200 were found in an early Neolithic ...

Q: One of my two fig trees has produced a few figs. The other one, which is the largest and healthiest tree, has never had a fig on it. Both where planted six years ago. Why is it not producing?

By George Weigel/The Patriot-News Q: I would like to try to grow a fig tree. I live in Lebanon and was told it is somewhat difficult because figs have to be protected during the winter. I'm not ...

Question: I planted a black mission fig tree 5 years ago. It has grown considerably, looks healthy and sets an abundance of fruit; however, the fruit never ripens. It turns a light brown color and ...

Fig trees will grow without being fed, but if you want a bumper crop of tasty figs, use a balanced fertilizer (ex.: 10-10-10) applied every four to six weeks once the first pea-size figs pop out.

Two growers are competing to harvest fresh figs earlier and earlier in hopes of transforming the industry into year-round production. But some fig lovers say they want to hold out for summer fruit.

Young fig trees can be grown in smaller containers, but eventually each tree will require a 15-20 gallon container. Tips for growing figs Figs are easy to grow and are one of the oldest fruits in ...

I mentioned Brown Turkey fig trees, or Ficus carica, have 850 members in the family. This year I have seen fig fruit growing on fig trees inside Brad 's hot houses, which means there are different ...