Name: Morus nigra 
Common name: Black Mulberry
Family: Moraceae 
A heritage fruit tree for the patient grower and sensory seeker. Morus nigra offers deeply wrinkled leaves, a sculptural branching habit, and summer berries so rich they stain fingers and memory alike. 
Slow to establish but generous in maturity, this deciduous tree thrives in temperate zones and rewards care with antioxidant-packed fruit ideal for fresh eating, preserves, or garden-to-table rituals. 
Its rough bark and dense canopy invite shade, texture, and quiet refuge.  
- Growth habit: Broad, slow-growing, deciduous  
- Fruit: Deep purple-black, sweet-tart. Late spring to midsummer harvest.
- Sensory notes: Velvety foliage, gnarled bark, juicy fruit  
- Eco value: Pollinator-friendly, low-input once established  
- Best for: Edible landscapes, heritage gardens, sensory retreats