Everbearing Mulberry - Nutritious, Flavorful, and Easy to Grow! 🌿🍇
Mulberry - Everbearing (Morus alba) - Live Plant
Ships in a 3 gallon Pot
Are you in search of a delicious, fast-growing fruit tree that offers health benefits while tickling your taste buds with a blend of blueberry and raspberry flavors? Look no further than the Everbearing Mulberry! Handpicked by Pete from Estero, FL, this variety is celebrated for its immune system-enhancing properties and its potential to improve eyesight.
Plant Details:
- Size: 3 gallon Pot
- Growth Habits: Fast-growing tree, prunable to a shrub
- Planting Zone: Hardy in zones 5-10
- Light: Full sun
- Soil: Moist well-draining
The Everbearing Mulberry is not just another tree; it's a versatile addition to your garden, beloved by both humans and birds. Its fast growth and adaptability make it a perfect fit for gardens and orchards of all sizes. And the best part? It lives up to its name by bearing fruit over an extended season, ensuring a consistent supply of fresh, juicy mulberries for weeks on end.
Whether you're seeking a healthful addition to your diet or a tasty and easy-to-care-for fruit tree, the Everbearing Mulberry is the perfect choice. Order yours today and experience the countless benefits of this nutritious and delicious fruit!
Discover the Unique Flavor and Extended Harvest of Everbearing Mulberries
When it comes to flavor, the Everbearing Mulberry stands in a league of its own. Its taste is an exquisite blend, reminiscent of both blueberries and raspberries. This harmonious fusion of sweet and tart creates a truly distinct and complex flavor profile, making it a top choice among fruit connoisseurs.
Picture your first bite - a burst of sweetness akin to fresh raspberries, followed by subtle tartness reminiscent of blueberries. This multi-layered flavor experience is what sets the Everbearing Mulberry apart from the rest.
But the appeal doesn't end with its extraordinary taste. Unlike some other mulberry varieties that have a single, short fruiting season, the Everbearing Mulberry lives up to its name. It extends the joy of fresh mulberries over an extended period. This means you can indulge in the deliciousness of these berries not just for a week or two, but for an extended season, ensuring a continuous supply of fresh, juicy mulberries.
Fruiting Habits: Delightful Small Berries with Rich Flavors
The Everbearing Mulberry is a prolific producer of small, intensely red-staining black berries that pack a flavorful punch. While their size may be petite, don't be fooled – these berries are culinary treasures waiting to be discovered.
Harvesting these delectable berries may require a bit of patience and finesse, but the reward is well worth it. Their small size enhances the intensity of the flavors, making them perfect for a wide range of culinary creations. Whether you're crafting homemade jams, pies, desserts, or simply enjoying them fresh off the tree, these berries will add a burst of rich, berry goodness to your dishes. They are quite power-packed with flavor compared to other varieties!
Culinary Uses & Applications:
These mulberries are perfect for fresh snacking, baking, making jams, and even drying for year-round enjoyment. Get creative in the kitchen and elevate your recipes with the flavorful wonders of the Everbearing Mulberry.
Is the Everbearing Mulberry Right for You?
🌱 Ideal for Health Enthusiasts: If you're looking for a nutritious addition to your garden that also enhances your immune system and eyesight, the Everbearing Mulberry is a must-have.
🏡 Perfect for All Gardens: Whether you have a large orchard or a small garden, this versatile tree fits right in.
Not Recommended for:
🏜️ Extremely Arid Climates: While adaptable, this mulberry prefers moderate moisture levels.
🌆 Indoor Cultivation: Please note that mulberries are not well-suited for indoor growth. They thrive best in your outdoor garden.
Planting and Caring for Your Everbearing Mulberry Tree 🌳
Planting your Everbearing Mulberry is a rewarding experience, and with the right guidance, you can ensure it thrives and produces an abundance of delicious mulberries. Here's what you need to know:
Where to Plant:
- Sunshine Lover: Choose a sunny spot in your garden that receives full sun. The Everbearing Mulberry adores sunlight, and it's essential for its growth and fruit production.
- Well-Drained Soil: Ensure your planting site has well-draining soil. While mulberries are adaptable to various soil types, they prefer soil that doesn't retain excessive moisture, preventing root rot.
Where Not to Plant:
- Avoid Waterlogged Soil: Mulberries don't like "wet feet." Avoid planting in areas prone to waterlogging, as this can harm the roots.
- Keep It Away from Buildings and Structures: Allow enough space between your mulberry tree and buildings or structures. Mulberries can grow up to 15 feet in height, so providing ample space prevents overcrowding and potential damage to structures.
Planting Your Mulberry Tree:
- Prepare the Soil: Before planting, amend your soil with organic matter like compost. This enriches the soil and provides essential nutrients for your tree's growth.
- Dig a Hole: Dig a hole that's about twice as wide as the root ball and at the same depth. Place the tree in the hole. 3
. Backfill Carefully: Fill the hole with soil, ensuring the tree stands straight. Tamp down the soil gently to eliminate air pockets. 4. Water Thoroughly: Give your newly planted Everbearing Mulberry tree a generous drink of water to help settle the soil and provide essential hydration to the young tree.
Caring for Your Mulberry Tree:
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the growing season. Adequate water is crucial for fruit development.
- Mulching: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of the tree to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Be sure to move mulch away from the base of the tree to prevent rot.
- Pruning: Regular pruning helps maintain the tree's shape, remove dead or diseased branches, and encourage new growth.
- Fertilizing: Feed your Everbearing Mulberry tree with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and fruiting.
- Harvesting: When your mulberries ripen to a deep purple or black color, they are ready to be picked. Harvest them gently to avoid damaging the tree.
By following these planting and care guidelines, you can nurture a thriving Everbearing Mulberry tree that rewards you with its delectable harvest season after season. 🌱🌞
Remember, it's best to avoid planting near driveways or other paved surfaces, as the fruit drop can lead to staining. Choose a location with ample space and well-drained soil to ensure the health and longevity of your mulberry tree.
Unlock the potential of the Everbearing Mulberry and add this flavorful tree to your garden today. Experience the joy of growing your own fruit and savor the delicious wonders this tree has to offer. Order yours now and get ready for a fruitful journey! 🌿🍇
IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE PURCHASING LIVE PLANTS:
*Please be advised that our online store selections are NOT available for pickup at our retail location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Inventory for our online store is located at a separate facility and are priced and handled exclusively for packaging & shipping.
Click here to learn more about our Spring Hill, FL retail nursery location, including countless more nursery selections ready for pickup - larger sizes and wider variety of plants not suitable for nationwide delivery.
1. Shipping Stress: Transportation can be stressful for plants, particularly when they spend several days in a confined, dark environment. It’s common for plants to experience leaf drop during this period. Rest assured, most plants typically recover quickly and thrive with minimal aftercare. However, some may need extra attention, love, and care, requiring appropriate watering and exposure to gentle light post-unboxing.
2. Potential Physical Damage: Despite our dedicated efforts to ensure that your plants are securely packaged, they may incur damage during shipping and handling by UPS. Rest assured, our shipping team is committed to packing your selections with utmost care and precision to minimize any potential harm.
-
For significant box damage, please reach out to UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
-
For minor damages, such as a broken branch or stem, we advise allowing the plant time to recover and regenerate with proper care and attention.
3. Long-Distance Shipping Considerations: Orders shipped over long distances, particularly to the western US, may take 3 - 5 business days to arrive due to various factors, including agricultural inspections in Arizona, California, and Texas. Such extended transit times can be particularly challenging for tender, young plants, affecting their quality due to prolonged confinement.
-
We take additional measures during packaging to facilitate a swift recovery of the plants upon unboxing.
-
Initial extra care and attention might be required over the first few weeks post-transport.
For further guidance, kindly review our detailed policies on returns and refunds, as well as our comprehensive plant care guide. We appreciate your understanding and patience in nurturing your new plants.
🌿 Important Shipping Information
Please take a moment to review our shipping protocols designed to ensure your plants arrive in optimal condition.
-
Countdown Clock: At the top of our online store, you'll notice a countdown clock. This tool helps communicate our weekly shipping schedule, providing clarity on when you can expect your orders to be dispatched.
-
Shipping Schedule: Our nursery, located in the heart of Central Florida, ships orders once weekly, every Monday. This is a strategic decision to prevent packages from being stationary over the weekends, ensuring that our plants travel as swiftly as possible across the country, even reaching as far as California.
-
Shipping Method: At present, we offer ground shipping rates to meet various needs while maintaining the well-being of our plants during transit.
-
Our Dedicated Team: We are a boutique nursery with a passionate team. Our members wear many hats, contributing to shipping, nursery operations, and engaging in valuable local projects. As we blossom and expand, rest assured that enhancing and streamlining our processes remains a priority to serve you better
Terms and Conditions for Purchasing Live Plants
1. Understanding of Shipping Stress
By purchasing live plants from our store, the customer acknowledges that transportation can be stressful for plants. It is common for plants to undergo leaf drop or experience other temporary issues during shipping. However, it is understood that most plants recover quickly with adequate care and attention post-shipping.
2. Awareness of Potential Physical Damage
Customers acknowledge that despite our best efforts in packaging, there may be occurrences of damage during shipping and handling. For substantial damages to the package, customers agree to contact UPS within 30 days to initiate a claim.
3. Acknowledgement of Long-Distance Shipping Considerations
Customers recognize that shipments, especially those directed to the western US, may be subjected to longer shipping durations of 3-5 business days. Customers agree to provide necessary care to the plants, recognizing that the quality of the plants may be affected due to prolonged shipping times.
4. Agreement with Shipping Information and Schedule
Customers, by making a purchase, have reviewed and agreed upon our shipping protocols and schedules. They acknowledge the presence of a countdown clock on the website and our once-weekly shipping policy every Monday, recognizing the rationale behind avoiding weekend layovers for the plants.
5.Extreme Weather Conditions
Customers acknowledge that our store is not responsible for damage or loss of live plants due to extreme weather conditions during transit and delivery. This includes exposure to cold or freezing temperatures during the winter months and extreme heat during the summer. We provide tracking information when orders are processed every Monday to ensure customers are aware of the delivery schedule. It is the customer's responsibility to prevent packages from being left outside in conditions that may cause damage. Our store does not accept responsibility for any adverse effects caused by weather conditions beyond our control.
6. No Refund Policy
Customers agree that refunds are only processed under exceptional circumstances. Our store will not be held responsible for poor plant choices relative to location suitability, extreme conditions during and/or post-shipment, and improper post-purchase plant care.
7. Responsibility of Care
Upon purchase, customers agree to assume full responsibility for the ongoing care of the plants. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate watering, exposure to suitable light, and adherence to specific care instructions pertinent to each plant type.
8. Consent
By proceeding with this purchase, customers consent to all the terms and conditions stated above, confirming understanding and agreement to all stipulations mentioned.
These terms and conditions aim to ensure clarity, mutual understanding, and agreement between the seller and the customer to facilitate a smooth transaction and foster a positive customer experience.