Black Mulberry Tree is a delightful, fruit-laden treasure that brings charm, shade, and delicious harvests to any garden. This beautiful tree grows into a medium, rounded form—typically reaching 15–30 feet tall—while offering gracefully textured green foliage that fills the landscape with lush character throughout the season. In spring, it produces small, inconspicuous blooms that transform into plump, deep-purple mulberries bursting with rich, sweet-tart flavor. Gardeners love this tree for its long fruiting season, generous yields, and irresistible berries perfect for fresh eating, baking, smoothies, and homemade jams. Its sturdy nature makes it easy to grow, thriving in warm sun and adapting well to various soils, making it a fantastic addition for beginners and seasoned growers alike. Growing your own mulberries adds a touch of nostalgia, a sense of abundance, and the joy of stepping into your yard to pick fresh, sun-warmed fruit straight from the branch.
Also Known As: Purple Mulberry, Persian Mulberry, Black Morus, Mulberry Nigra, Morus Nigra Tree, Blackberry Mulberry, Heritage Mulberry, Old World Mulberry, Shahtoot Black, Toot Siyah, Gelso Nero, Morera Negra, Morus Alba Nigra
Plant Name: Tree, Black Mulberry
Latin Name: Morus nigra
Days to Germinate: 14-28
Years to Fruit: 5 - 10 Years
Plant Height: 30 - 40 Feet
Spread: 30 - 50 Feet
Growth Habit: Upright
USDA Zones: 5-10
Lifespan: Perennial
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2026
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.
