STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In last Wednesday’s Food section, Peter Cundari’s fig discussion prompted great correspondence from readers. You might remember that this Eltingville gardener cultivates potted ...

I have had no luck with fig trees and now would like to plant one in a 55-gallon drum and bring it indoors in the fall. What kind of soil do you recommend I use? — Val Bono, Manhasset Dear Val, Fig ...

The Associated Press This undated photo shows a potted fig plant in New Paltz, N.Y. Figs, although subtropical plants, are easy to grow in pots and bear quickly, so are adapted to growing in regions ...

The sacred fig tree (Ficus religiosa) is native to Southeast Asia and gets its name from its deep spiritual and religious significance. Also known as the bodhi tree, the sacred fig tree is said to be ...

I have a garden dilemma; I have a fig tree that makes fabulous fruit, but sits in a terrible spot. It’s not the tree’s fault. It sprouted several years ago in a pot where it was unwittingly planted by ...

Seems like just about everyone likes the idea of growing figs. Perhaps it's some primal attraction for this ancient fruit. The rich, sweet flavor of the tree-ripened fruits is definitely part of the ...