When autumn rolls around, gardeners may believe their job is done for the year. However, there are still plenty of things you can do to treat your garden in October. Propagating your fig tree (Ficus ...

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 ...

Figs are a popular Louisiana fruit, and many people want to propagate them. Rooting cuttings is the most appropriate and widely used method, says LSU AgCenter horticulturist Allen Owings. Although the ...

Choose a strong, disease-free branch from a mature fig tree. Look for shoots that are about 6-12 inches long with multiple buds, as these will have the best chance of producing roots and new growth ...

There is nothing more satisfying than going out into the garden and picking fruit from your trees and shrubs for a delicious snack. Even better, you may be able to increase your population of ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. There's a lot to love about fig trees, especially if you're lucky enough to have one in your own backyard. Not only do they have ...

"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.