Prefers warm to cool temperate climates and suitable for cooler climates with adequate protection from frost.
Mulberry
Shangri-La (Morus alba) is a hybrid variety of mulberry tree that thrives in warm to cool temperate climates. It produces large, sweet, and juicy black fruits. The trees are fast-growing, with large leaves that provide ample shade. Shangri-La mulberries are hardy and adaptable, making them suitable for cooler climates with proper frost protection.
Latin Name: Morus alba
China
- Propagation: Shangri-La mulberries can be propagated through cuttings or grafting. - Fruiting Season: The fruits of Shangri-La mulberries typically ripen in late spring to early summer. - Culinary Uses: The sweet and juicy fruits of Shangri-La mulberries are often enjoyed fresh or used in various culinary preparations such as jams, pies, and desserts. - Health Benefits: Mulberries, including Shangri-La mulberries, are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They are known to have potential health benefits, including improving digestion, boosting immunity, and supporting heart health. - Cultural Significance: Mulberries have a long history of cultivation and are valued for their fruits, leaves, and wood in many cultures around the world. They hold cultural significance in various traditions and folklore.
- Well-drained, fertile loamy soils.
- Genus: Morus
- Habitats: Hybrid variety, widely grown.
- Climate Preferences: Prefers warm to cool temperate climates.
- Soil Preferences: Well-drained, fertile loamy soils.
- Description: Shangri-La mulberries produce large, black fruits that are sweet and juicy. The trees are vigorous and fast-growing, with large leaves that provide excellent shade. Shangri-La trees are hardy and adaptable, suitable for cooler climates with adequate protection from frost.