Black Mulberry Tree | Morus nigra
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Black Mulberry Tree
Morus nigra
- Looking to plant something a little different from the usual fruit trees? May we interest you in this stunning mulberry tree.
- With its broad, rounded crown of charming heart-shaped foliage, this tree boasts delicious, sweet, near-black berries with lovely tart undertones throughout the heart of summer.
- While non-native, black mulberry trees have been around in the UK for a heck of a long time. Archaeological evidence indicates that the trees were likely present during the Roman occupation.
- You can eat your mulberries fresh from the tree, use them to make a sticky jam or incorporate them into a steaming-hot mulberry pie.
- One of the great things about this tree is how low-maintenance it is; once established, it doesn't require regular watering, feeding or pruning.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Black Mulberry grows exceptionally well in pots; ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and keep the compost moist.
How big does it get?
The Black Mulberry Plant can grow into a large tree, reaching up to 8 to 12 metres in height at maturity.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Black Mulberry Plant requires full sun, needing at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce the best fruit.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The Black Mulberry Plant prefers deep, fertile, well-draining loam, and benefits from a 5 cm to 10 cm layer of organic mulch to conserve moisture.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Black Mulberry Plant | Morus nigra requires 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil consistently moist as it has shallow roots.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Black Mulberry Plant | Morus nigra benefits from annual pruning to maintain health and shape.
How hardy is this plant?
The black mulberry is hardy across most of the UK (RHS H4), withstanding temperatures down to -10°C. While mature trees are resilient, young plants can be susceptible to frost damage, so a sheltered position is beneficial, particularly in northern Britain.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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