How to grow Black Mulberry

Prune or harvest leaves twice a year during the growing season, or every 3-4 months in warmer areas.² Do not cut too close to the trunk. ²

Mulberries can be grown from seed or from cuttings, however black mulberries are difficult to grow from cuttings if not soaked in root hormone solution.try marcotting branch of mulberry for higher survival rate after transplanting.

Fresh seed should be used.² Surface sow the seeds in moist soil.² Seeds should germinate within two weeks.²

Mulberries prefer a well-drained deep loam.² Black mulberries do not do as well in cold climates as red or white mulberries.² Will tolerate drought but will drop unripe fruit if the roots become too dry. ²

Fruit can be picked or shaken onto sheets when ripe.²

It is best to plant fresh seeds, however they can be dried or stratified for storage.²

These estimates for how long Black Mulberry takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

In the 1600’s black mulberry was brought to Britain to help with silk production.¹ It was used to treat ringworm among other things in folk medicine.¹ Mulberrys are grown primarily for silkworm food.²

Mulberry fruit can be eaten fresh, as juice, or in preserves.² The young leaves and stems can also be prepared for human consumption.² Tea made from the leaves can be used medicinally.²

The berries, or sorosis, can also be used for purple or red dye for wool.²

Has been used in permaculture for thousands of years. ²

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