A tell-tale sign that figs are ready to pick is when the ripening figs droop on their branches. To harvest, grasp a ripe fig in one hand and the supporting tree branch in the other, and gently ...

When to Prune a Fig Tree. Fig trees should be pruned in early spring when they are still dormant and before growth begins for the season, says Becky Sideman, a professor of hortic ...

Trimming away dead or diseased branches improves air circulation, minimizes the risk of fungal diseases, and boosts yield. Ahead, experts explain how to prune a fig tree to ensure it stays healthy ...