Product description
Morus bombycis ‘Shin-Tso’ is a deciduous fruiting shrub with green serrated leaves and sweet reddish-black edible fruit that are rich in vitamins - you can expect these to appear from the beginning of July to the end of August. The berries bear a richly sweet and sour flavour, and this mulberry variety is ascribed to be one of the best tasting ones.
Also called Japanese mulberry or Mountain mulberry, the plant exhibits a spreading habit and can reach a width of 5m. Will suit being shaped as a hedge for a living fence that wildlife can benefit from and use as a food source.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Mulberry
Mulberry 'Shin Tso'
Mulberry 'Shin Tso'
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Product description
Morus bombycis ‘Shin-Tso’ is a deciduous fruiting shrub with green serrated leaves and sweet reddish-black edible fruit that are rich in vitamins - you can expect these to appear from the beginning of July to the end of August. The berries bear a richly sweet and sour flavour, and this mulberry variety is ascribed to be one of the best tasting ones.
Also called Japanese mulberry or Mountain mulberry, the plant exhibits a spreading habit and can reach a width of 5m. Will suit being shaped as a hedge for a living fence that wildlife can benefit from and use as a food source.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Mulberries are fast-growing, so prune them regularly to maintain shape and prevent overcrowding for better fruit production.
How to Water
Water Mulberry plants regularly during their first growing season to help establish roots. Once established, they are drought-tolerant but benefit from deep watering during dry periods. Avoid overwatering as it can lead to root rot.
How to Plant
Plant Mulberry plants in well-draining, fertile soil with full sun. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball and gently position the plant, making sure the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fill the hole, firm the soil, and water well.
