Both Improved Celeste Figs (O'Rourke) and Celeste Figs are recommended cultivars for planting in Louisiana. (RUSTY COSTANZA / THE TIMES-PICAY) QUESTION: What is the difference between the Improved ...

Figs, one of the most popular fruits grown in southern backyards, was one of the first fruits people cultivated. Archaeological evidence dates fig cultivation to about 4000 B.C. A native of ancient ...

One of the things I love about living in a small town is that if you don’t have a tree or garden of your own oftentimes others will share their bounty. I was lucky enough to have my friend Laney ...

Many homes in Rowan County have included fig trees in their plantings to supplement their fresh produce. Most plants are located in a protected area such as a barn or against house or other buildings.

Gardeners, it certainly seems summer has arrived early this year as we’ve reached the lower 90s too often for us to consider this a mild spring! Several weeks remain before summer officially arrives, ...

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 ...

I lost a large oak tree to storms not long ago and want to replace with a native pine, prefer one that grows quickly. Tolerance to drought would be a plus. What are the possibilities? Missouri only ...