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Large Fig tree.
Fig Season Kicks off in Central Texas

If you've spent a summer in Central Texas, you may have noticed something special ripening in backyards, parks, and community gardens: figs! These sweet, soft fruits are one of the hidden gems of our region.

Jalinda stands in a Youth Forest Council shirt holding a yellow tool near a bunch of trees.
Apartment Arborist

Jalina Adams writes about her experience as a Youth Forest Council Intern.

Two students plant a tree at Vandegrift High.
Sustainability Spotlight: Vandegrift High School

Youth Forest Council Member Katherine Abel writes about her Community Action Project at Vandegrift High School.

Image of loquats on a tree. Photo credit to PINKE on Flickr.
Loquats in Central Texas: A Sweet Springtime Treat

As spring unfolds in Central Texas, a golden-orange fruit begins ripening on trees across the region.

Three people assessing a tree for pruning.
Should you Prune Your Trees?

In Austin, we love our trees and want to do what's best for them.