Black Mulberry – Morus nigra 50 Seeds | Hardy Edible Fruit Tree Long Lived | Sweet-Tart Berries | Shade & Wildlife Tree

Grow your own delicious fruit with this pack of 50 Black Mulberry seeds. Morus nigra is a hardy, long-lived deciduous tree prized for its rich, sweet-tart berries and ornamental beauty. Known as one of the best-tasting mulberry species, it produces dark red to deep purple-black fruits up to 1 inch long.

This adaptable tree typically grows 20–30 feet tall with a wide-spreading canopy, making it an excellent shade tree for larger spaces. It thrives in full sun and tolerates a wide range of soil types, including rocky, dry, alkaline, and challenging sites. It is also drought, wind, and salt tolerant once established.

Mulberries are highly attractive to birds and wildlife, and the fruit can be enjoyed fresh or used in pies, jams, tarts, wine, or dried as a snack. The tree is also suitable for bonsai and erosion control plantings.

You will receive:
✔️ 50 Black Mulberry seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Detailed germination instructions
✔️ Untreated, non-GMO seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Black Mulberry
Botanical Name: Morus nigra
Plant Type: Medium-sized deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Adaptable; prefers deep, moist, well-drained soil
Watering: Medium; provide water during extended dry periods
Mature Height: 20–30 feet (can grow larger in ideal conditions)
Spread: Approximately 20 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 6–10
Drought Tolerance: Mild to moderate once established

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours, then cold stratify for 60 days at 40°F in a moist medium. Surface sow indoors and do not cover—light is required for germination. Avoid heavy pruning, as mulberries tend to bleed when cut.