Persian Mulberry - 5ft tall

A Persian mulberry (scientific name: Morus nigra) is a species of mulberry tree native to western Asia, particularly Iran. It’s prized for its incredibly sweet, dark purple to black fruit and is considered by many to have the richest flavor of all mulberries.

Key features:

• Flavor: Deep, complex, tangy-sweet, often described as a mix of blackberry, raspberry, and grape.

• Fruit: Small to medium-sized, very juicy, almost black when ripe.

• Tree size: Usually a small to medium-sized tree (15–30 ft), slow-growing with a dense, rounded crown.

• Leaves: Broad and heart-shaped, coarsely toothed.

• Longevity: Very long-lived—some trees can live for hundreds of years.

• Hardiness: Prefers warmer climates and thrives in USDA zones 5–9, but it's a bit more cold-sensitive than white or red mulberries.

Fun facts:

• The fruit stains easily—don't wear white while picking!

• It's often grown more for fresh eating or gourmet preserves than for commercial production, since the fruit is delicate and doesn't store or ship well.