I just received a branch of a fig tree, and I would like to know how to root it and grow it in a pot or in my backyard. — Leroy Harris Figs are easy to propagate from dormant, hardwood cuttings. Cut ...

QUESTION: What is the procedure for rooting a fig tree from a limb of an existing mature fig tree? -- Freddy Hebert ANSWER: Figs trees are easy to propagate from dormant, hardwood cuttings taken this ...

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 ...

Answer: The short answer: Not now. Fig trees (Ficus carica) are one of the relatively few species that propagate easier from hardwood cuttings than softwood. Hardwood just means dormant, older growth.

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 ...

Three months ago, this column explored having a fig tree in the garden, describing the enjoyment of eating ripe figs right off the tree, and the challenge of managing a vigorous plant that can grow to ...

Make new plants to keep for yourself or share with friends and family. Fiddle leaf figs (Ficus lyrata) are popular houseplants known for their beautiful, large leaves. While they're beloved among ...

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 ...

"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 ...

Propagating fruit trees lets you grow more delicious fruit at home, but each method needs the right timing and care. Different trees and techniques—like cuttings, grafting, budding, and air ...