* What it is: Fignomenal is a recently introduced dwarf fig tree that’s geared to growing in pots. It’s capable of delivering fresh figs for weeks to northern gardeners.

Pruning helps to maintain vigor, create the desired shape of the tree and control its size. It is better to cut a fig back a moderate amount every year or two than to let it get to the point where ...

When is it time to put the fig tree to sleep? Again, when the leaves fall off, it's time for the fig plant to go dormant. Some people use Thanksgiving as a gauge for the right time.

My friend has a great fig tree, and I would like to grow one like it in my yard. What is the best way to root a piece of his tree? — Larry Haley Figs are easy to propagate from dormant, hardwood ...

A fig tree grows in Maine An Italian-American who grew up relishing fruit from his family's Brooklyn garden battles the cold here to produce his own fresh figs.