White Mulberry Tree
Morus alba
- The favourite food source for silk moths.
- Self Fertile.
Supplied as a containerised tree pruned to approximately 3-4 ft (90-120cm) tall including pot.
This Product is Available Now.GBP1 or more £27.50 each
Description
It's a sad fact that the White Mulberry has got a reputation as the 'poor relative' of the Black Mulberry. In reality it is just as worthwhile - and because it is slightly sharper (but only slightly) in taste than its black relative many people may actually prefer it.
A mature White Mulberry is a thing of beauty - and certainly would not look out place as feature in an ornamental garden. They are of Asian heritage and produse a medium sized tree. and can even be found growing in Canada. Mulberries will never make it as commercial fruit as they usually crumble as you pick them - but don't let this put you off, this is a fruit to enjoy straight off the tree.
White Mulberry leaves are also the favourite food source of the Silk Moth, which is something King James should of researched a little more before having a whole field of Black Mulberries planted to feed Silk Moths - they will not eat Black Mulberry leaves!
Mid Summer the fruits mature to a purplish black colour, when they should be picked and eaten soon after (yes white mulberries do still ripen to a purple colour). There flavour is truly sublime, and packed with lots of sweet juice.
- Self Fertile.
- Prefers a full sun or partial shade position.
- Fruiting should commence 2 - 3 years from planting.
- Please note that the foliage on young Mulberry trees is often deeply lobed and does not resemble that of mature trees.
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How To...
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Detailed advice on planting fruit and nut trees - including advice on container growing, pruning and training, and advice on specific varieties.
How To Videos
How To Plant Bare Root & Potted Fruit Trees (Video)
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