Black Mulberry
Formats
The Black Mulberry is a large canopy tree excellent for shadow. It is very elegant cultivated in a rockery garden. Singular or alignment tree. The black mulberry's syrup has been used for gargles against mouth and throat inflammations. The bark of its root has been used as a laxative and against intestinal worms. Mulberries are rich in vitamin C. The leaves feed silkworms and its wood is used in cart and cabinet making.
Deciduous tree growing up to 10m. Large, rough and oval-shaped leaves. Small dark, edible fruits. It prefers light and fresh soils.
Soak the seeds in cool water for 24 hours before sowing in spring.
Use
Street Tree, Bonsai, Cosmetic, Singular, Fruit production, Pest-repelling Plants, Gardening, Urban garden, Medicinal
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Flowering
| Flowering period | April, May, June, Spring |
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| Fruit colour | Red |
Foliage
| Foliage persistence | Deciduous |
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Botanical information
| Common name | MORUS NIGRA - Black Mulberry |
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When to plant?
| Sowing period | February, March, April, May, Spring, Winter |
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| Harvest period | July, August, September, Summer |
| Average germination (%) | 40 |
| Seeds per gram | 500 |
Where to plant?
| Type of use | Street Tree, Bonsai, Cosmetic, Singular, Fruit production, Pest-repelling Plants, Gardening, Urban garden, Medicinal |
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| Exposure | Partial shade |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil type | Loam |
| Soil moisture | Fresh to moist |
| Hardiness | Drought resistant, Hardy |
| Climate zone | Mediterranean, Cool areas, Temperate areas |
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