Overview
Mulberry Bonsai (Morus species) is a vigorous fruiting tree with textured bark, strong shoots and edible berries on suitable cultivars. It is best suited to informal upright, large bonsai, fruiting displays and old-trunk projects. For UK growers, treat it as: Outdoor.
Placement
full sun
Watering
water well during active growth and fruiting
Feeding and fertilising
feed through spring and summer
Pruning and wiring
prune hard when dormant and trim extension growth; large leaves reduce with ramification
Repotting
repot every 2-3 years in early spring
Propagation
cuttings, layering or seed
Pests, diseases and common issues
large leaves, bleeding sap from poorly timed cuts, fruit mess and aphids