But, one of the main issues to consider before planting or growing a fig tree, no matter where you live, is how and when to prune your fig tree. Although fig trees require little pruning ...

Take advantage of fig tree hardiness to harvest figs even in cold climates. Learn how to prune fig trees for a bountiful crop and how to prep a fig tree for winter. Many years ago, when I first ...

The flowers are small and inconspicuous. The branches of the fig tree droop as the tree grows, and will require pruning for clearance and weight reduction. Fig trees are susceptible to breakage ...

Also, local garden expert Bill Colvard demonstrates how to properly prune fig trees. This week on The Family Plot: Gardening in the Mid-South, University of Memphis Director of Landscape Joellen ...

If a fig tree is planted in organically rich, well-drained, moist soils that are neutral to acidic they should do well with some clay. To maintain an attractive shape, you need to lightly prune ...

Late winter is an ideal time for pruning many trees, and fruit trees are no exception. Regularly trimming away damaged and unsightly branches is key to maintaining a healthy tree with an ...

Though not as complicated to prune as other fruit trees, it takes some practice to learn the art of pruning fig trees. First, Copp strongly suggests growing your fig as a multi-trunked plant.

Severe pruning — a.k.a. “coat racking” — is never good for ficus and other evergreen trees, but pruning during high heat is even worse. Evergreen trees like the ficus that were heavily ...