About
Morus nigra, the black mulberry, is a small, broad-crowned, deciduous tree with a gnarled, picturesque habit on old specimens. Dark-green, heart-shaped leaves to 12 cm turn yellow in autumn. Insignificant, greenish flowers are followed by fruits to 2 cm long, ripening from red to dark purplish-black, sweet and edible. A characterful and rewarding tree for a sunny, sheltered garden.
About the genus
Morus, the mulberries, are deciduous trees and shrubs with broadly ovate, sometimes deeply lobed leaves and inconspicuous green flowers followed by usually edible white, red or black fruits. Long-lived and ornamental trees for sunny, sheltered positions.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.