80 reproducible seeds – Ancient and resilient fruit tree
The Black Mulberry, also called Oriental black mulberry or simply black-fruited mulberry , is a remarkable fruit tree cultivated since Antiquity for its juicy, sweet, and slightly tart fruits. Native to Western Asia, it has traveled through centuries and civilizations, adorned with symbols of wisdom, longevity, and abundance.
Sowing : Cold stratification recommended for 6 to 8 weeks. Then sow the seeds 1 cm deep in moist, well-drained soil. Maintain between 18 and 22 °C.
Exposure : Full sun or partial shade.
Soil : Prefer a rich, cool, slightly calcareous or neutral soil.
Germination : between 4 and 8 weeks after stratification.
Watering : regular the first year, then the tree becomes drought resistant.
Hardiness : Very hardy, down to -20 °C.
Perennial plant : Long-lived tree, can live more than 100 years.
Stratification required : Cold stratification.
Adult height : 5 to 10 m depending on conditions.
Flowering : Discreet, in spring.
Fruiting : Summer (July-August).
Edible fruits : to be consumed fresh, in jam, syrup, wine, or dried.
Medicinal plant : the leaves and fruits are used in herbal medicine.
Ornamental : superb spreading habit and dense foliage, ideal for food gardens.
Well paired with aromatic plants (lavender, thyme) which attract pollinators.
Can serve as natural shade for plants sensitive to summer sun like mint , or leafy vegetables.
Keep away from dense roots like those of walnut trees.
The black mulberry is a symbol of wisdom, patience, and abundance. It also embodies ancient memory, as it was planted in many monasteries and royal gardens in Europe.
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At SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality reproducible seeds. Our seeds are carefully selected, sorted, and packaged without any chemical treatment.
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