Mulberry ‘Charlton House’ is named after and derived from the country’s oldest of its species, which was planted at Charlton House in 1608 at the request of James I. Mulberry ‘Charlton House’ is a stunning, large tree with gnarled bark, heart-shaped leaves, and an aged habit. The black mulberry tree lives a long time but grows slowly, taking up to six years to produce fruit and producing its heaviest crop after a cold winter. However, as the tree matures, it produces dark red, almost black berries with a juicy, distinct, sweet flavor. During the summer, the mulberry fruit matures slowly and ripens in August. A great tree for a large garden! 12m (39′) tall. 15m (49′) spreadEstimated time to cropping once planted: 4 years.Estimated time to best yields: 10 years
Growing Information
Grow mulberry trees in moist, slightly acid soil in a sheltered position in full sun. Prior to planting, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the soil, and drive a stake into the planting hole to support the tree once it is planted. Plant mulberries at the same soil level as they were growing at the nursery, and use a tree tie to fasten the tree to the stake.