Fig Tree Front Yard . Make sure that the fig tree is placed where it can get bright indirect sunlight. This area is far away from the house. Fig Tree in My Front Yard via toriavey Fig tree, Fig, Tree care from www.pinterest.com.mx We've got a fig tree in the front yard that we planted last year and it's about 4 1/2 feet high. Imo, it should be used as specimen only in front yard. If you compost, mix some of the screened compost into the container along with quality potting soil to add nutrients and to help retain moisture.