Fig trees are deciduous, meaning that the leaves fall off the tree in the fall and winter. They are palmate, formed with lobes or leaflets that extend from the leaf's base. The number of lobes that make up the fig leaf is between three and seven. These lobes are shallow and toothed at their margins. The blades of the leaves can get up to 25 centimeters in length. They are thick, with rough upper surfaces and a soft hairiness.
Vegetables in Pods. 1  American groundnut (apios Americana): Grows on a perennial vine in eastern North America, producing edible beans and tubers. 2  The tubers are crunchy and nutritious; high in both starch and protein. 3  Soft and floury when cooked, with a mild and slightly sweet flavor.
Growing vegetables in containers is an easy way to experience the flavor and freshness of home-grown vegetables. Here's a little-known secret: Most vegetables actually grow really well in containers. And by picking the right plants, you can create your own vegetable container garden and grow a fair amount of food in just a few pots!