Morus nigra
Black Mulberry
Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Morus nigra.
General Information
Plant Properties
Growth conditions
Moist
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Partial shade, Full sun
Usage properties
Fruit
Dye, Fibre, Wood
Description
Fruit - this can be eaten raw, cooked, or used in preserves. It has a deliciously slightly sour taste and can serve as an excellent dessert fruit. The fruit is juicy and refreshing, but it must be eaten quickly once it is ripe (from mid-August to September), otherwise, it may start to spoil. When the fruit is fully ripe, it falls from the tree. It is best to let the tree grow in short grass to catch the falling fruit, while still making it possible to find and harvest the fruits. The fruit can also be dried and ground into powder. The fruit has a diameter of 25 mm.