Seems like just about everyone likes the idea of growing figs. Perhaps it’s some primal attraction for this ancient fruit. The rich, sweet flavor of the tree-ripened fruits is definitely part of the ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — This is Danny Gentile, a retired police officer turned fig farmer. He lives in Tottenville and tends over 150 fig trees. And, as a tour of his yard is featured, he is here to ...

It may not be easy — but it isn’t impossible, either. By Margaret Roach It looked like the best fig year ever, with maybe 20 fruits forming on my potted tree as the season progressed. But frost is ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Seems a little chilly to be having a conversation about the lush and juicy fig, no? Yes. Oh, yes -- it's time to fig-ure out what the plan is for summer. And, this is what you ...

With the holiday season upon us, many people are considering alternatives to traditional cut Christmas trees. For those looking to celebrate in a more eco-friendly or sentimental way, potted Christmas ...