I like maximising growing space for food crops, so in this example, I have a fig tree growing in a container with an undergrowth of banana mint! The mint helps as a companion by keeping the weeds and ...

When LAist senior editor Suzanne Levy discovered there was a fig tree in her new backyard, she was thrilled. She didn't realize she'd be sharing its bounty with a tenacious sweet-toothed squirrel. The ...

Its inviting scent makes this tree a great pick for landscaping. Reviewed by Andrew Hughes You might recognize the lemon cypress as the potted evergreen that seems to show up in every big box retail ...

Steve Nix is a member of the Society of American Foresters and a former forest resources analyst for the state of Alabama. The common fig (Ficus carica) is a small tree native to southwest Asia but ...

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Warm-toned planters, succulents in pumpkins, and dried pampas grass bring California homes a cozy fall look while honoring the indoor-outdoor lifestyle.

Indoor plants bring a touch of nature to small Nevada apartments, creating fresh, inviting spaces that feel lively and cozy even in compact living areas ...

As fall settles in and temperatures start to drop, safeguarding fruit trees from frost becomes an essential responsibility for home gardeners and orchardists. Frost can significantly harm budding ...

When fall descends and the garden slows down, birds could use some extra help. That's true whether they're migrating south or roughing out northern winters.

Some wasp species adjust the number of male offspring they produce when sharing fig trees with other wasp species.