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How and when to fertilize fig trees – for lush growth and a bounty of fruit every summer

I’ve been tending fig trees for years as a gardener, but one that always comes to mind is a grand ‘Brown Turkey’ espaliered flat against a vast stone barn in South Wales. The garden sat at the bottom ...
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7 Fruit Trees That Grow Beautifully In Containers For Small Spaces

Start with the right pot size. Young fruit trees should generally be potted in a 5- to 10-gallon container. Gradually ...
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How To Prune Fig Trees The Right Way For Bigger, Better Harvests

Fig trees (Ficus carica) are shrubs or small trees that thrive in warm climates, tolerating droughts and heat. They are grown ...
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MASTER GARDENERS: Brown Turkey fig trees prized for sweet, mild fruit

The Brown Turkey fig tree (Ficus carica ‘Brown Turkey’) is a popular fruit tree prized for its sweet, mild figs and adaptability to West Texas. Native to the Mediterranean, this variety thrives in ...