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Mulberry Tree
Mulberry Tree
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The Mulberry tree has a lot to offer home gardeners and growers. Many mulberry cultivars will become large shade trees in short order. They are some of the fastest-growing trees for temperate locations! All named cultivars are self-fertile. Some are great ornamental trees for the landscape, and also produce an abundance of tasty, juicy fruit.
The Giant Black Mulberry (often Morus nigra or specific cultivars like 'Giant Sweet Southern') is a highly productive, self-fertile tree known for producing exceptionally large, sweet, and juicy, deep-black berries. These trees are prized for their high yield, with mature trees producing thousands of fruits in early spring. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Key Characteristics & Growing Info
- Fruit: Large, sweet, and juicy, often 2-3 times the size of regular mulberries.
- Harvest Time: Typically early spring, with fruits turning from green to red to black when fully ripe.
- Tree Size: Known to grow up to \(10\text{m} \times 15\text{m}\) (\(30\text{ft} \times 45\text{ft}\)) over time, but can be kept smaller through pruning.
- Hardiness: Generally hardy to Zone 5.
- Light/Soil: Requires 80-100% full sun and prefers well-drained, rich soil.
- Uses: Excellent for fresh eating, jams, and jellies.
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