The secret to the perfect fig is in your shears. A few strategic cuts turn a tangled thicket into a high-yielding masterpiece ...

You might be surprised to learn that figs (Ficus carica) thrive in Western Pennsylvania, with a little help and winter protection, of course. Though many varieties of this fruit have been selected for ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Brian Melton of Fresno is an admitted fig fanatic. He eats them everyday and can easily name more than 100 different varieties ...

I am a certified fig fanatic, hosting 15 named containerized varietals in my backyard and anticipating my first harvest by mid-July. I am growing several recognized varieties like Celeste and LSU ...

"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.

When it comes to fruit, I’m a meddler. I appreciate the beauty, simplicity and taste of a raw piece of fruit eaten out of hand, but as a pastry-prioritized person, I appreciate the skill of ...