Author: Lorraine Wade

6 Types Of Figs To Try Right Now Black Mission. Among the most esteemed and available fig varieties in the world, the Black Mission is believed to have originated from a seedling tree somewhere in the Balearic Islands off the coast of Spain. Brown Turkey. Sierra. Calimyrna. King. Kadota. What kind of figs are sweetest? […]

Dried figs taste quite similar to fresh figs, and it will also depend on what type of fig was used to make the dried fig. Mostly, they are quite sweet and with a more pronounced flavor. What do Turkish figs taste like? Often dried, this originally Turkish fig is outstanding as a fresh fruit. Its […]

Brown Turkey Fig trees are self-pollinating and are hardy in Zones 7-9. At maturity, it can reach a height and width between 15-30 feet. Do brown turkey fig trees need a pollinator? Common: Common figs (such as the Brown Turkey) do not require pollination from another tree, or from a wasp. True to their name, […]

How to Remove Stains from Scrubs Option 1: Create a paste of baking soda and water with a 3:1 ratio. Option 2: Soak your scrubs in one cup of hot water and two tablespoons of white vinegar before washing. Option 3: Soak your scrubs in an equal amount of lemon juice and water. How do […]

Trees will start to produce fruit after 2–6 years and will potentially produce two crops per year under good conditions. The Black Mission fig is a popular type of common fig. It’ll produce two crops per year, a large breba crop in the spring and a smaller main crop in late summer or early fall. […]

Identify the fig tree by inspecting its leaves, which should be large, singular and lobed. The bright-green leaves of the fig tree will have hairs on the surfaces and can grow up to 12 inches long. The fig tree (Ficus carica L.) is a fruit-bearing, tall tree thought to have originated in western Asia. What […]

Reasons for Dry Fig Fruit Another possible culprit, resulting in tough dry figs, may be a lack of nutrients. In order for the tree to produce sweet, juicy fruit, it must have water, sunlight, and soil nutrients to facilitate the production of glucose. Why are my figs not sweet? Ripe figs are delightfully rich and […]

Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that can affect certain indoor and outdoor plants, including fiddle leaf figs. It’s often caused by poor air circulation due to overcrowding or just a lack of air movement in the environment. Powdery mildew is easy to recognize. Why are my figs going Mouldy? This is caused by fruit […]

In order for the tree to produce sweet, juicy fruit, it must have water, sunlight, and soil nutrients to facilitate the production of glucose. While fig trees are fairly tolerant of soil makeup, it does need to be well drained and aerated. Why are my figs tasteless? Watering too much while fruit is on the […]

Fiddle leaf figs can cost around $200 for a full-grown plant. However, if you buy a young plant, you can get one for approximately $20. In general, buying local and in-person is the best way to make sure you are getting a healthy plant. Is a fiddle leaf fig hard to keep alive? The hot […]

Skip the Fig Newtons and opt for the real deal to help prevent constipation problems. Four figs contain over seven grams of fiber and less than 200 calories. Figs can be enjoyed fresh or dried and are perfect for baking. Do fig bars help with constipation? These do not have fiber, but they will not […]

Figs are delicious. Their subtle sweetness and seedy texture make them great for sweet or savory dishes. That said, they can be elusive. Fig season lasts from June to September, but they’re mostly unavailable outside of that window. What does fresh fig taste like? Fresh figs have a sweet, honeyed taste and a soft, squishy […]

Ficus Pruning Tips Cut just before a growth node so that new growth will sprout there and cover the stump. Another tip is to remove a branch back to another branch that is one of its size. This will prevent unsightly stubs and restore the size and appearance of the ficus. What month do you […]

The parable of the barren fig treebarren fig treeThe Parable of the Budding Fig Tree is a parable told by Jesus in the New Testament, found in Matthew 24:32-35, Mark 13:28-31, and Luke 21:29-33. This parable, about the Kingdom of God, involves a fig tree, as does the equally brief parable of the barren fig […]