Overview
Morus nigra 'Izvor' (F) is a spreading branched trees in the genus Morus, part of the Moraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Morus nigra 'Izvor' (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 'Izvor' is a cultivar of the Morus genus, which includes deciduous trees and shrubs with broadly ovate leaves that can be deeply lobed. This spreading branched tree produces edible fruit and thrives best in full sun with a sheltered aspect, ideally facing south or west. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for architectural, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.
About the genus
Morus, a genus of flowering plants in the family Moraceae, consists of 19 species of deciduous trees commonly known as mulberries, growing wild and under cultivation in many temperate world regions. Generally, the genus has 64 subordinate taxa, though the three most common are referred to as white, red, and black, originating from the color of their dormant buds and not necessarily the fruit color, with numerous cultivars and some taxa currently unchecked and awaiting taxonomic scrutiny. M.
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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 'Izvor' (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 'Izvor' (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 'Izvor' (F)?
Morus nigra 'Izvor' (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Morus nigra 'Izvor' (F) need?
Morus nigra 'Izvor' (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 'Izvor' (F) hardy in the UK?
Morus nigra 'Izvor' (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 'Izvor' (F)?
Seed,semi-ripe cuttings in summer,hardwood cuttings in autumn.
