Plant Care Black Mulberry

Black Mulberry

About Black Mulberry

Black Mulberry is a popular houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Black Mulberry likes soil that is well draining. You may want to supplement with a gentle, organic fertilizer throughout the peak growing season.

Taxonomy

Morus nigra
Morus
Moraceae
Rosales

Also known as

Blackberry

How to care for Black Mulberry

💦 Water

How often to water your Black Mulberry

Water needs for Black Mulberry
0.5 cups
every 9

Black Mulberry needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Black Mulberry

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Black Mulberry in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Black Mulberry: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Black Mulberry love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Black Mulberry does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Black Mulberry in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Black Mulberry

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Black Mulberry: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Black Mulberry after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Black Mulberry prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Black Mulberry Water Frequency →

Black Mulberry Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Black Mulberry requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Black Mulberry Light Requirements →

Black Mulberry Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Black Mulberry Toxicity to Cats →

Black Mulberry Toxicity to Dogs →

Black Mulberry Toxicity to Humans →


🪴 Soil

Black Mulberry does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Black Mulberry →

When and How to Successfully Repot Black Mulberry →


💩 Fertilizer

Black Mulberry is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Black Mulberry →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Black Mulberry can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Black Mulberry Temperature Tolerance →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Black Mulberry

Black Mulberry

Black Mulberry


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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