Overview
Morus nigra dwarf (F) is a spreading branched trees in the genus Morus, part of the Moraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Morus nigra dwarf (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include architectural, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, low maintenance and edible fruit.
About
Morus nigra dwarf, known as the dwarf black mulberry, is a spreading branched deciduous tree from the Moraceae family. As a cultivar of Morus, it produces edible black fruit following its small, green flowers in spring and summer. It thrives in full sun with a sheltered aspect, favouring fertile, well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sand with a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it suits south- or west-facing positions and is ideal for architectural, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens where low maintenance and edible fruit are desired.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Morus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Morus nigra dwarf (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees, Fruit Edible
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Low Maintenance, Edible fruit
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Morus nigra dwarf (F)
- Propagation
- Seed,semi-ripe cuttings in summer,hardwood cuttings in autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to mulberry leaf spot, mulberry canker, coral spot, powdery mildews and honey fungus (rarely)
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Morus nigra dwarf (F)?
Morus nigra dwarf (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Morus nigra dwarf (F) need?
Morus nigra dwarf (F) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Morus nigra dwarf (F) hardy in the UK?
Morus nigra dwarf (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Morus nigra dwarf (F)?
Seed,semi-ripe cuttings in summer,hardwood cuttings in autumn.
More in the Morus genus
- Morus alba 'Snowflake Lobed' (v)
- Morus macrouraPakistan mulberry
- Morus nigra 'Izvor' (F)
- Morus nigra 'Mulle' (F)
- Morus nigra 'Sham Dudu' (F)
- Morusmulberry
- Morus 'Carman' (F)mulberry 'Carman'
- Morus 'Italian' (F)