Record #:

27252

Author(s):

Abrams, Amanda

Abstract:

Fig trees are popular with homeowners in the Durham area because they are cold-hardy, prolific, and flourish in a range of soils. Starting in late July or early August, the fruit begins to ripen on the tree. There are five fig trees rooted on public property within Durham city limits, ripe for the picking.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 33 Issue 32, August 2016, p21, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fig

Record #:

34813

Author(s):

Pettus, Hanna

Abstract:

Figs are a wonderful fruit, however they are infrequently found in grocery stores as they have a short shelf life. To enjoy figs, the author suggests planting fig trees. The Brown Turkey and Celeste fig varieties grow well in North Carolina. While colder winters have been detrimental to North Carolina fig plants, the author urges readers to be patient as the plants will return. Suggestions for plant placement and growing conditions are included in the article.

Source:

Carolina Gardener (NoCar SB 453.2 N8 C37), Vol. 28 Issue 1, February 2016, p49-50, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Fig; Gardening

Record #:

23901

Author(s):

Chester-Davis, Leah

Abstract:

Figs have grown on Ocracoke Island for over two-hundred years. The fruit is an important part of island history as well as family memories for Ocracoke residents.

Source:

Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 47 Issue 8, August 2015, p18-19, il

Subject(s):

Ocracoke Island--Social life and customs; Hyde County--History; Fig