🌳 Mulberry Plant – Growing & Care Guide

Mulberry is a fast-growing fruit tree known for its sweet, juicy berries and importance in sericulture (silkworm rearing). It is suitable for home gardens, farms, and commercial plantations.

Common cultivated species:

Morus alba (White Mulberry)

Morus nigra (Black Mulberry)

Morus rubra (Red Mulberry)

🌱 Growing Instructions

Climate: Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates.

Temperature: Ideal range 18°C–35°C.

Soil: Well-drained loamy soil with good organic content (pH 6.0–7.5).

Sunlight: Requires full sunlight for better fruiting.

Planting Distance: 3–4 meters apart (closer for leaf production).

Watering: Moderate watering during establishment; drought tolerant once mature.

Best Planting Time: July–September or February–March.

Fruiting Time: Starts fruiting in 1–2 years (grafted plants fruit earlier).

🌿 Care Instructions

Fertilizer: Apply organic compost twice a year. Add balanced NPK before flowering.

Pruning: Annual pruning improves fruit yield and keeps plant manageable.

Mulching: Helps retain moisture and reduce weeds.

Pest Control: Monitor for leaf spot, mealybugs, and caterpillars. Neem oil spray can be used.

Weeding: Keep base clean for healthy root growth.

🍇 Uses of Mulberry

Fresh fruit consumption

Used in jams, juices, and syrups

Leaves used for silkworm rearing

Rich in iron, Vitamin C, and antioxidants

Suitable for commercial farming and agroforestry