Category: Fruits

ANSWER: Figs trees are easy to propagate from dormant, hardwood cuttings taken this month. Cut 10- to 12-inch pieces from the ends of branches. You may plant several fig cuttings together in a container of potting soil covering the lower 4 to 6 inches of the cuttings. Can you grow a fig tree from a […]

Figs are a natural mild laxative and have been used as such since the Ancient Egyptians. The fruit has also been used as a mouth cleaner and to relieve chest congestion. What does a fig tree represent in Italian culture? Menniti says this love of fig trees comes from reverence for a historical means of […]

Repot your weeping fig only when it becomes so root-bound that growth is negatively affected. Repot the weeping fig in the late winter or early spring before it starts producing new growth. Select a new container that is 2 inches larger than the weeping fig’s current container. How do I know when to repot my […]

figs and italian culture Figs have long held an esteemed position in Italian culture representing fertility, peace and prosperity. To describe a fig tree as a member of the family is going a bit too far, but just a bit. What do Italians use figs for? Figs are higher in fiber than any other common […]

The sacred fig, or bo tree, is a well-known symbol for happiness, prosperity, longevity, and good luck. Today in India, Hindu Sadhus still meditate below this tree, and in Theravada Buddhist Southeast Asia, the tree’s massive trunk is often the site of Buddhist and animist shrines. What do fig trees symbolize? The fig tree could […]

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 […]

In Greek and Roman mythology , figs are sometimes associated with Dionysus (pronounced dye-uh-NYE-suhs), god of wine and drunkenness, and with Priapus (pronounced pry-AY-puhs), a satyr (half-man, half-goat) who symbolized sexual desire. What are figs symbolic of? Given the fig’s prominent role in the generation of humanity as we know it, it’s no surprise that […]

Most indoor weeping fig trees will grow to a maximum height of about six feet, but they can be kept much smaller with pruning or grown as bonsai trees. There is similar variation in the spread, from less than one foot (30 cm) to more than 3 feet indoors (90cm). How do I keep my […]

If your established weeping fig is losing some of its foliage, remember that some plants need an occasional resting period. Ficus benjamina is one of those plants. It is not uncommon for some of the plant’s foliage to yellow and drop off during the winter after an active summer of growth. Do weeping figs lose […]

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 […]

They have an incredibly soft, jammy texture and an ultra-sweet flavor that’s hard to beat. Not only that, but there’s no one set way for how to eat figs. Enjoy them raw, on a grilled pizza with a honey drizzle or stuff them with nuts and cheese. What does raw fig taste like? What Does […]

Fresh figs pair particularly well with nuts and/or soft goat and sheep cheeses. You can also cook them to make them even more sweet and juicy. This can be particularly desirable with unripe figs. You can bake them whole or halve them and place them on a grill. Can you eat raw green figs? The […]

Powdered sugar mixed with boric acid powder or cornmeal can kill the ants that eat it. Plant a circle of ant-repelling plants around the fig tree – Odoriferous plants like geranium, chrysanthemum and garlic are known to repel ants. Make protective cordon around the tree with these plants. What can I spray on my fig […]

Green fig are what some islands like Trinidad and Tobago, Grenada, Dominica, St Lucia and many more refer to a green banana. Jamaicans, Antigua, St Kitts and Nevis, Montserrat etc.. refer to fig as green banana. While my Haitian neighbours refer to it as Bannann fig ak lanmori/moru. Is fig and banana the same? The […]

Fruits and vegetables Other known foods that can irritate or create a canker sore are strawberries, figs, tomatoes and certain types of apples. For the most part canker sores will heal on their own in a few days to a couple of weeks. What fruits can cause mouth ulcers? Fruits that are acidic, or particularly […]

Lack of Water Causes Dropping Figs To correct this, make sure that your fig is receiving enough water. If it’s in the ground, the tree should receive at least 2 inches (5 cm.) of water a week, either through rainfall or watering. Why do figs drop off before ripening? Any time the tree is under […]

Ficus berries/figs are typically non-toxic to people. Some figs however can be bitter to taste. Eating too many Ficus berries/figs and consuming them with the seeds can however cause gastrointestinal discomfort, bloating, and increased pressure on the liver and kidneys. Can figs poison you? ANSWER: Yes, it can be poisonous in certain situations. If you […]

These figs, also called Adriatic figs, grow pale green fruit that is sometimes bleached nearly white by the Mediterranean sun. They are said to give the sweetest figs, almost like jelly. You can pick them right from the tree and eat them, still warm from the sun. What is the tastiest fig tree? Other Unique […]

wood ash is incredibly high in calcium carbonate, an essential too in regulating the pH of the soil. Being an alkaline substance, wood ash can therefore be used effortlessly to craft the perfect conditions for growing fruit trees. Do fig trees like wood ashes? Fig trees need a sunny spot in your yard that classifies […]

Calimyrna Figs are a sweet fig variety that is a light green color when fresh and a golden amber color when dried. They have a taste that is earthy and sweet like honey with warm nutty notes. Beautiful and flavorful, dried Calimyrna Figs have many versatile uses in sweet and savory cooking. What is Calimyrna […]