Since the fig forms its fruit on shoots that start to grow in the spring, it can be radically pruned in the winter without affecting the following year’s two crops. The first crop starts to grow in ...

Figs (Ficus carica) can also be easily propagated indoors using stem cuttings, and this makes it a very good choice for home ...

It's not too early to get started nurturing some new trees. In fact, one fruit species does spectacularly when propagated ...

Yes, you can grow fresh fruit on your balcony.

Repurposing old potting mix can be good for the plant and the planet – but how do you know whether to re-use or replace? The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you buy ...

Across India’s fast-growing cities, indoor spaces—from compact apartments and busy office rooms to verandahs, staircases, terraces, porticos, and even corridors—are becoming the new frontier of ...

There are few things as life-affirming as baking a chocolate cake from scratch, but sometimes it’s simply not possible. Maybe your kid is sick, or you’re running late, or you forgot to pick up ...

Trees in containers are becoming increasingly popular additions to small patios, terraces and garden spaces. They add a focal point with color and texture, create privacy and designate boundaries as ...

Figs are a delightful option for home gardeners, combining sweet, rich flavor and ease of care. Once established, fig trees require minimal maintenance, are drought-tolerant, and can adapt to various ...

In the early 1990s, Oakmont Country Club—host of the 2025 U.S. Open, its 15th men's or women's major championship and revered as one of the nation’s greatest courses—as covered in trees. Each hole was ...