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Black Beauty Mulberry

Scientific Name: Morus nigra 'Black Beauty'

Plant type

tree, shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Black Beauty Mulberry plant details

Black Beauty Mulberry is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by black and purple fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Black Beauty Mulberry

Plant type: fruit / vegetable, shrub or tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Black Beauty Mulberry

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sweet and juicy dark-purple mulberries may now be enjoyed with less space thanks to this natural dwarf,15' or smaller with pruning. Mulberries are excellent for eating out of hand or in jams, jellies or wine and now everyone can fit one these delightful and self-fruitful shrubs in their edible gardens. Truly a wonderful plant; 400 chill hours required. S/M PP4913

Gardening facts about Black Beauty Mulberry plant

How to Grow Black Beauty Mulberry

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • purple
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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