Summer is one of the most luscious times of the year. Some of the citrus in Redlands started to ripen in late spring and now can be held on the tree during the summer. Tomatoes are tasty off the vine.

I am not particularly fond of fig trees, with their knotty trunks contrasted against tropical-looking foliage. And even though the fruit is photogenic, I also don’t hold much enthusiasm for it fresh.

As you stroll the aisles of your local nursery this time of year, you might find yourself getting hungry as you pass a portable orchard of apple, pear, plum, cherry and fig trees. As winter morphs ...

Not all trees are equal in Bill Lauris’ eyes. He’s lost track of how many trees he cut down because they were boring. “If I’m giving them space in my yard, the agreement is: I’m giving you a place to ...

Ficus benjamina, alias weeping fig, is considered a top contender in the houseplant category for first-place favorite in the hearts of indoor gardeners. Many agree they are one of the finest ...