{"product_id":"mulberry-tree","title":"Mulberry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos are for illustration purposes only. Plant size and appearance may vary. We carry a range of sizes from starter plants up to 5-gallon containers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mulberry is a fast-growing, prolific fruit tree beloved for its generous harvest of sweet, jewel-toned berries and its broad, cooling canopy that makes it a prized shade tree as well as a productive edible. Native across North America, Asia, and the Middle East, mulberries have been cultivated for thousands of years — historically for silkworm farming, and more enduringly for their exceptionally flavorful fruit, which ranges from deep burgundy-red to near-black at peak ripeness. A single established tree can yield astonishing quantities of fruit each season, making it a favorite among home orchardists, jam-makers, and wildlife gardeners alike. Hardy, adaptable, and remarkably low-maintenance once established, the Mulberry is one of the most rewarding fruit trees a Florida gardener can grow, fruiting reliably from spring into early summer with very little intervention required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHealth benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulberry fruit is exceptionally nutritious and has been studied for a range of wellness properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich in antioxidants: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh levels of anthocyanins and resveratrol help combat oxidative stress and cellular damage\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlood sugar support: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompounds in the leaves and fruit have been shown to help moderate blood glucose levels\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeart health: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMay help reduce LDL cholesterol and support healthy blood pressure and circulation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune support: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent source of vitamin C, iron, and riboflavin to support immune function and energy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive health:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood source of dietary fiber, promoting healthy digestion and gut microbiome balance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun; at least 6 hours daily for best fruit production\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate when young; very drought-tolerant once established\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdaptable to most soils; prefers well-draining, loamy ground\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce in early spring with a balanced fertilizer; avoid excess nitrogen\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrune in late winter while dormant to shape and encourage fruiting wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA zones 5–10; thrives year-round in Florida's warm climate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tutti Frutti Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59218628083793,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/7798\/6129\/files\/mulberry-tree.jpg?v=1774038478","url":"https:\/\/tuttifruttinursery.com\/products\/mulberry-tree","provider":"Tutti Frutti Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}