My mother near-worshipped the dozen avocado trees that grew on our land when I was growing up. She more than tolerated the apricot, apple and mango trees. But without any shame and for no other reason ...

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 ...

My figs are ripening, providing opportunities to enjoy delicious snacks right off the tree and explore recipes for fresh figs. The fig has a very long history in cultivation. The genus (Ficus) is ...

Across the Vina plains, tucked away in an unseen square of land south of Corning is Bob and Karen Steinacher’s epicurean secret, Maywood Farms. The Steinachers grow organic mission figs, Kadota figs ...

I forgot to buy my boyfriend a birthday present this year. It’s not my fault. He forgot to remind me. Weeks before the important day, I asked him if he wanted a bare-root fig tree. I even researched ...

A step-by-step guide to cultivating delicious figs at home.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There's a lot to love about fig trees, especially if you're lucky enough to have one in your own backyard ...