Morus nigra
Black Mulberry
This tree will tolerate most soil conditions, preferring a lighter well drained soil. It is an extremely long lived specimen which will spread almost as wide as it grows tall.
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Morus nigra
Height: 10-12cm
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Morus nigra
Height: 12-14cm
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Morus nigra Flat Top
Height: 12-14cmFT
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Morus nigra
Height: 14-16cm
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Description
Brought to Britain by the Romans and widely planted by James I, who wished to establish a silk industry – only to find that silkworms feed exclusively on the White Mulberry!
A medium tree of great dignity and beauty, it has a gnarled, rugged trunk and most attractive, heart shaped leaves.
The deep purple fruits, which look like large loganberries are tasty and have a variety of culinary uses. It has a domed, rounded habit, giving it a most architectural appeal.
Very long-lived, but not as slow growing as is often supposed.
Mature height: 3-7m
Mature spread: 3-7m
Specifications
Common names
Black Mulberry
Mature size
Small
Tree type
Deciduous Broad Leaf
Soil type
Moist Soil, Well drained soils, Will tolerate most soil types
Shape
Rounded
Tree features
Bark, Fruit, Good for bees
Growth rate
Moderate
Tree uses
Parkland, Garden
Seasons of interest
Summer Interest