{"product_id":"schwarze-maulbeere-morus-nigra-historisches-naschobst-mediterrane-raritat-kopie","title":"Black Mulberry (Morus nigra) – Historic Snacking Fruit \u0026 Mediterranean Rarity","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_21fb6fe55a9fba50\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_78c2e5cb6f5553a1\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_713c9b9bea6df6a7\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIf you walk through the garden in summer dreaming of intensely juicy and aromatic berries, you often end up with high-maintenance shrubs that wilt at the slightest heatwave. But there is a real insider tip of a woody plant that loves drought and at the same time provides you with probably the most spectacular taste experience in the berry kingdom: the black mulberry (\u003ci\u003eMorus nigra\u003c\/i\u003e). This tree is a true Mediterranean highlight, easily defies hot summers and gives you deep black, incomparably delicious fruits that you can't buy in any supermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScope of delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Each plant in a 3-liter pot, delivery size: 40-50 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Ancient Legends: A Fruit for Gods and Gourmets\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhile the white mulberry was once only valued for silk production, the black mulberry has always been the undisputed star on the menu. It originally comes from ancient Persia and Asia Minor. Even the ancient Greeks and Romans were so fond of the intensely fruity, full-bodied taste and the blood-red juice of the berries that they spread the tree throughout Europe on all their campaigns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eIt has also immortalized itself in literature: Ovid's famous \"Metamorphoses\" tells the tragic love story of Pyramus and Thisbe (the inspiration for Romeo and Juliet). According to legend, the lovers' blood stained the once white berries of the tree deep black forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eA Living Natural Monument: The Legend of \"Mathilde's Dream\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThat the black mulberry can grow into a real Methuselah not only in the warm Mediterranean region but also here in Germany is proven by a very special specimen in the inner courtyard of the former Brauweiler Abbey near Cologne. The history of this tree reads like a fairy tale: In the early 11th century, Mathilde (the daughter of Emperor Otto II) and her husband, Count Palatine Ezzo, were looking for the perfect place to found a monastery. According to legend, Mathilde lay down on a hot day in the shady protection of an already stately black mulberry tree to rest. She fell into a deep sleep and had a divine dream that gave her the unequivocal instruction to build the abbey exactly at this spot. Thus, Brauweiler Abbey was literally built around this tree in 1024!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThis ancient, legendary giant is now considered one of the oldest trees in Germany and still stands in exactly this spot. Even though its enormous trunk, marked by centuries, now lovingly needs to be supported, it is bursting with vitality and tirelessly bears its deep black, delicious berries every summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThis legendary tree was even successfully propagated in modern times under the sonorous name \"Mathilde's Dream\" – such a historical offshoot also proudly grows and thrives in my private garden! The plants you get here for your garden are classic black mulberries (\u003ci\u003eMorus nigra\u003c\/i\u003e). They bring with them exactly this impressive robustness and longevity that still amazes us today. This makes it clear: these trees have not only been interesting since the thousand years of the Brauweiler legend, but have fascinated mankind since antiquity! With this mulberry, you are planting a real piece of millennia-old cultural history in your garden, which many generations will enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eHeat-loving Sun Worshipper Instead of Sensitive Berry Fruit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eForget constant watering on hot July days! The black mulberry is excellently adapted to dry, warm summers. Once it is well rooted, it draws its water from deeper soil layers, while other fruit trees have long since shed their leaves. Give it the sunniest, warmest spot in your garden, and it will thank you with rapid growth and a rich harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eWinter Hardiness \u0026amp; Frost Protection: How to Get Your Mulberry Through the Cold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eAlthough the black mulberry originally comes from the warmer Mediterranean region, it copes astonishingly well with our Central European climate. Fully grown, well-rooted trees are extremely robust and easily tolerate temperatures down to -15 °C (and often even colder). However, since young plants can still be somewhat frost-sensitive in the first few years, you should give them a little help at the beginning:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOutdoor plants:\u003c\/b\u003e Protect the root area in the first two to three winters as a precaution with a thick layer of bark mulch, autumn leaves or fir branches. A sheltered, sunny location (e.g. in front of a warming south-facing wall) also helps the tree to mature well and survive frosty nights undamaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePotted plants:\u003c\/b\u003e If you keep your mulberry in a pot on the terrace, it needs a little more attention in winter. Since frost can attack the root ball in the pot much faster from all sides, you should wrap the pot thickly with jute, bubble wrap or a coconut mat. Place the pot on a wooden block or Styrofoam (as insulation from below) close to a protective house wall. Alternatively, you can simply overwinter the pot in a cool, frost-free room such as a bright garage or an unheated conservatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eRustic Foliage and Picturesque Growth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003eEven without fruit, the black mulberry is an absolute feast for the eyes. In contrast to its white relative, it grows somewhat slower, more compact, and develops a beautiful, gnarled, and picturesque crown over the years. Its large, dark green leaves are heart-shaped, strikingly rough on the upper side, and feel almost like fine sandpaper. Under this dense, rustic foliage, it's wonderful to relax in the shade in midsummer – real Tuscany feeling for your home!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003ePurple Fingers and a True Taste Explosion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eWhen the elongated fruits, reminiscent of blackberries, change from a dark red to a glistening deep black in midsummer, the time is ripe. And the taste? Indescribable! While white mulberries are simply sweet, the black mulberry is considered the absolute queen among connoisseurs. It practically explodes in the mouth and offers a masterful balance of intense sweetness and a refreshing, delicate fruit acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA small warning for sweet tooths:\u003c\/b\u003e The juice of the black mulberry is so extremely color-intensive that it was formerly used for coloring wine. Those who snack directly from the tree will be exposed by purple fingers and a tell-tale red tongue!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003eCompact in a Pot or as a Rustic Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003eNaturally, the black mulberry grows into a characterful, medium-sized tree or large shrub (approx. 4 to 6 meters). However, since it responds very well to pruning, you have full control: you can easily cut it back in late winter to keep it small and compact. It is excellent for large planters on a sunny roof terrace or can be elegantly trained as an espalier against a warm, protected south-facing wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eInto the Kitchen – What to Do with Your Harvest:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"23\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Summer Snack:\u003c\/b\u003e Directly from the bush into your mouth. There's hardly anything more refreshing than snacking on fully ripe, sun-warmed black mulberries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Deep Red Gourmet Jam:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to its perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, it is the ultimate fruit for jams and jellies. Your breakfast guests will be begging for the recipe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDark Mulberry Syrup:\u003c\/b\u003e A reduced syrup made from the berries transforms any simple mineral water or summer Prosecco into an elegant, blood-red premium drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"23,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Wonder in Baked Goods:\u003c\/b\u003e Baked into muffins or sponge cake, the berries not only provide a fantastic taste but also permeate the dough with beautiful, purple veins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"24\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003eRecipe Tip: Refreshing 3-Ingredient Black Mulberry Sorbet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003eOn hot days, there's nothing better than cool ice cream. Since the black mulberry brings such an incredible intrinsic aroma, you need almost nothing else to conjure up a luxurious, deep purple sorbet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"27\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28,0,0\"\u003e400 g fresh black mulberries (well washed and without the tough stems)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28,1,0\"\u003e2 to 3 tbsp liquid honey or agave syrup (depending on how sweet the berries are)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28,2,0\"\u003eJuice of half an organic lemon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"30\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFreeze:\u003c\/b\u003e Spread the washed mulberries on a plate or tray and place them in the freezer for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight) until they are completely hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlend:\u003c\/b\u003e Put the frozen berries together with the honey and fresh lemon juice into a high-powered blender (or food processor).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurée:\u003c\/b\u003e Purée everything on the highest setting until it forms a creamy, homogeneous ice cream mixture. If the blender struggles, you can add a small splash of cold water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"30,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnjoy:\u003c\/b\u003e The sorbet can be spooned directly! If you want to form beautiful, firm scoops, return the mixture to the freezer in an airtight container for another 30 to 60 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"31\"\u003eEnd boring fruit varieties and delicate plants! With the black mulberry, you get a robust, historic, and extremely easy-to-care-for woody plant in your garden that rewards you every summer with a fruit aroma of absolute top class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56065784906113,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0931\/6332\/3777\/files\/Image_d3i9g2d3i9g2d3i9.png?v=1777825368","url":"https:\/\/pflanzenwelten-heinek.de\/en\/products\/schwarze-maulbeere-morus-nigra-historisches-naschobst-mediterrane-raritat-kopie","provider":"Pflanzenwelten Andre Heinek ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}