Food Forest Plants
Food Forest Plants
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The Dwarf Black Mulberry (Morus nigra) is one of the toughest fruit trees available. It fruits within one year and can cope with horrible clay and generally bad soil. It grows very fast and can even be happy in a pot.
I also like that mulberry is deciduous; not only do the falling leaves improve the soil, but I can get summer shade and winter sun.
This is a cutting-grown tree.
As a deciduous tree, mulberry provides cooling summer shade while allowing winter sunlight to reach surrounding plants. The fallen leaves create valuable organic matter, improving soil structure and fertility beneath the tree.
Aspect:
Full sun is preferred for maximum fruit production. Light shade is tolerated but may reduce yield.
Soil:
Mulberries are adaptable and not fussy about soil type. They grow in our heavy clay soil and seem to be quite tolerant to water-logging (I don’t say that they can grow in a bog!). Of course, they prefer good drainage.
Incorporating compost and organic matter will enhance structure and long-term productivity.
Watering:
Moderate water requirements. Once established, trees are reasonably drought- tolerant.
Black mulberries are rich in vitamin C, iron, antioxidants (including anthocyanins), and dietary fibre. They are traditionally valued for supporting immune health, digestion, and overall vitality.
Mulberry leaves are edible, and I still have to try to cook with them! Young leaves can be eaten raw in salads, and mature leaves are best steamed or sautéed like spinach. This is a project I’m planning for spring. Apparently, they have a mild, slightly sweet green flavour and can also be dried for herbal tea. Mulberry leaves are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
A reliable, resilient fruit tree well suited to home gardeners in Tea Gardens, and warm-temperate and subtropical regions.
Please note: these are small plants in our usual forestry tubes. Bigger plants are sold at our nursery in Tea Gardens (availability is different to the website).
Plant Type: Dwarf deciduous fruit tree
Propagation: Cutting (true to type)
Also available: Local nursery – Tea Gardens NSW
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.
The Dwarf Black Mulberry (Morus nigra) is one of the toughest fruit trees available. It fruits within one year and can cope with horrible clay and generally bad soil. It grows very fast and can even be happy in a pot.
I also like that mulberry is deciduous; not only do the falling leaves improve the soil, but I can get summer shade and winter sun.
This is a cutting-grown tree.
As a deciduous tree, mulberry provides cooling summer shade while allowing winter sunlight to reach surrounding plants. The fallen leaves create valuable organic matter, improving soil structure and fertility beneath the tree.
Aspect:
Full sun is preferred for maximum fruit production. Light shade is tolerated but may reduce yield.
Soil:
Mulberries are adaptable and not fussy about soil type. They grow in our heavy clay soil and seem to be quite tolerant to water-logging (I don’t say that they can grow in a bog!). Of course, they prefer good drainage.
Incorporating compost and organic matter will enhance structure and long-term productivity.
Watering:
Moderate water requirements. Once established, trees are reasonably drought- tolerant.
Black mulberries are rich in vitamin C, iron, antioxidants (including anthocyanins), and dietary fibre. They are traditionally valued for supporting immune health, digestion, and overall vitality.
Mulberry leaves are edible, and I still have to try to cook with them! Young leaves can be eaten raw in salads, and mature leaves are best steamed or sautéed like spinach. This is a project I’m planning for spring. Apparently, they have a mild, slightly sweet green flavour and can also be dried for herbal tea. Mulberry leaves are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals.
A reliable, resilient fruit tree well suited to home gardeners in Tea Gardens, and warm-temperate and subtropical regions.
Please note: these are small plants in our usual forestry tubes. Bigger plants are sold at our nursery in Tea Gardens (availability is different to the website).
Plant Type: Dwarf deciduous fruit tree
Propagation: Cutting (true to type)
Also available: Local nursery – Tea Gardens NSW
Disclaimer:
We love plants as much as you do! All plants sold by Food Forest Plants are intended for ornamental, educational, or gardening purposes. Some may have traditional culinary or medicinal uses, but we cannot give medical advice—please consult a qualified professional before consuming or using any plant. We take great care in labelling, but mistakes can happen. Food Forest Plants is not responsible for any illness, injury, or other effects from using, handling, or consuming plants. Use at your own risk.