How to grow White Mulberry in the UK
Morus alba
White Mulberry (Morus alba) is a fruit that grows well in UK gardens. Sweeter than black mulberry but less complex. Less staining. Original silkworm tree. This guide covers when and how to sow White Mulberry, the soil and position it likes, watering and feeding, companion planting, and when to harvest.
Type
Fruit
Difficulty
Moderate
Position
full sun (6+ hrs direct)
Sow
spring
Harvest
July, August
When to sow & grow White Mulberry
Sowing and harvest window through the year (UK):
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul Harvest | Aug Harvest | Sep | Oct | Nov Plant | Dec |
Soil, position & care
- Soil
- Deep, fertile, well-drained soil
- Soil pH
- 6.0–7.0
- Position
- Sun and shelter for good pollination
- Sowing depth
- Plant to the original soil mark; stake bare-root trees
- Spacing
- Allow 8 m
- Sowing
- Plant a young tree
- Growing
- Water well for the first 3 years; mulch and feed in spring
- Harvest & upkeep
- Prune only when fully dormant to avoid bleeding
- Watch for
- Trouble-free
Companion planting for White Mulberry
No specific companion notes for this plant.
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White Mulberry FAQs
How much sun does White Mulberry need?
White Mulberry prefers full sun (6+ hrs direct).
When is White Mulberry ready to harvest?
White Mulberry is typically ready to harvest in July, August in the UK.
Is White Mulberry easy to grow?
Moderate. Sweeter than black mulberry but less complex. Less staining. Original silkworm tree.