Mulberry P170《桑果》

🌿 Why Choose Mulberry?

 • Produces sweet, antioxidant-rich berries

 • Fast-growing and hardy in many climates

 • Ideal for edible landscapes, backyards, or fruiting hedges

🌳 Mulberry Tree Care Tips

☀️ Light

• Needs full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily) for best fruiting

• Can tolerate partial shade but fruit yield may be lower

💧 Watering

• Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first 2 years

• Once established, it becomes drought-tolerant

• Avoid waterlogged soil

🌱 Soil

• Prefers well-draining, fertile soil

• Tolerates a range of soil types, including sandy and clay

• Ideal pH: 5.5–7.5

🌡️ Temperature

• Hardy in USDA zones 5–9, depending on variety

• Protect young plants from frost

🌸 Fertilizer

• Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring

• Mulch around base to retain moisture and improve soil health

✂️ Pruning

• Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove dead wood

• Light pruning during the growing season helps control size

🍇 Fruit & Harvesting

• Berries ripen in late spring to summer, depending on the species

• Harvest when fruits are fully colored and soft

• Birds love the fruit — consider netting if needed

⚠️ Common Issues

• Fruit drop: Often due to stress (drought or poor pollination)

• Pest problems: Rare, but can include aphids or scale

• Messy fruit: Avoid planting near sidewalks or driveways

🪴 Ideal For

• Edible gardens

• Shade tree with bonus fruit

• Wildlife-friendly landscapes

Let the Mulberry bring a blend of natural abundance, nostalgic flavor, and quiet beauty to your outdoor space.