Ever-bearing mulberries are mulberry trees that produce fruit continuously throughout the growing season rather than in one large crop. They are great for home gardens, providing a steady supply of sweet, nutritious berries for you and wildlife. 🌱 Growing Information • Climate & Zones: • Most everbearing mulberries (like Morus nigra and Morus alba hybrids) grow well in USDA Zones 4–9 depending on the variety. • Cold-hardy types (like Morus alba hybrids) can survive in Zone 4. • Black mulberry (Morus nigra) prefers Zones 7–10. • Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for maximum fruiting. • Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerates clay, sandy, and loamy soils. pH 5.5–7.0. • Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established but fruits best with consistent moisture. • Growth Habit: Can be a small tree or large shrub (6–20 ft). Often pruned to stay small for easy harvesting. • Harvest: Produces fruit over a long period (spring to summer, sometimes into fall). Fruits ripen gradually and fall when fully ripe. 🌿 Health Benefits Mulberries are packed with nutrients, antioxidants, and plant compounds that support overall wellness: • Rich in vitamins & minerals – Especially vitamin C, vitamin K, iron, potassium, and calcium. • Antioxidant powerhouse – High in resveratrol, anthocyanins, and flavonoids for anti-aging and anti-inflammatory effects. • Supports blood sugar balance – May help regulate glucose due to compounds that slow carbohydrate breakdown. • Heart health – Promotes healthy circulation and may reduce LDL cholesterol. • Immune support – Vitamin C boosts immunity. • Bone strength – Calcium, vitamin K, and iron support bone density. • Eye health – Contains lutein and zeaxanthin for vision support. 🍇 How to Use • Fresh fruit • Eat straight off the tree (sweet, slightly tart, like blackberries). • Add to smoothies, salads, yogurt, or cereal. • Dried mulberries • Popular as a chewy, raisin-like snack. • Can be added to granola, trail mix, or baked goods. • Juices & syrups • Used for natural drinks, jellies, and cordials. • Baking & desserts • Excellent in pies, muffins, cobblers, jams, and sauces. • Leaves • Can be dried and brewed as a herbal tea (used in traditional Chinese medicine for blood sugar and cooling properties).