Named after, & originating from the oldest of its species in the country, which was planted at Charlton House in 1608 at the behest of Charles I. Mulberry ' Charlton House' makes a stunning, large tree with gnarled bark, heart-shaped leaves & an aged habit. The black mulberry tree is long lived but slow-growing, often taking up to six years to produce fruit, & producing its heaviest crops after a cold winter. However with maturity this self fertile tree produces dark red, almost black berries with a juicy, distinctive, sweet flavour. The mulberry fruit matures slowly during the summer months & ripens during August. A choice tree for a spacious garden!
Height: 12m (39'). Spread: 15m (49'). Please note, fruit trees will be despatched as early as possible this autumn, once they have gone dormant & are in the ideal condition for lifting from the nursery & for transplanting by our customers