Mulberry (Morus nigra) SHELLI

This unique black-fruited mulberry contains a rare combination of properties, namely large fruitiness, excellent taste, above-average yields and at the same time full frost resistance. The frost hardiness of this variety was perfectly tested in the climatic conditions of Ukraine. The fruits are unusually large, firm and remain undamaged for a few days after harvest.

Origin: Ukraine, breeder L.I.Prokazin
Vigour: strong, the tree has a compact canopy, grows to a height of 3 meters and more
Blossom: the variety is self-fertile, flowers are formed on both annual and perennial wood
Fruits: very large, cylindrical, purple-black, black when fully ripe. Berry weight 7 - 8 g, length 4.5 - 5 cm, width 2 cm. The fruits hold well on the tree, they do not fall off. Suitable for direct consumption, for freezing and for processing into liqueurs, jams, etc.
Pulp: juicy, seedless, aromatic, juice dark red. In sunny weather it quickly absorbs sugar.
Taste: delicious, refreshingly sweet and aromatic
Harvest season: the fruits ripen for four to five weeks, from mid-June to mid-July
Yield: very high, stable and regular. The first yields onset already on two-year-old plants.
Disease resistance: tree with good immunity, reliably resists attack by diseases and pests, no chemical protection is required during vegetation
Frost resistance: -23°С
Usage: variety is adaptable to different climatic conditions. Due to the resistance to diseases is particularly interesting for organic cultivation and hobby gardeners.
Black mulberry healing properties: contains a complex of minerals and vitamins that calm the nervous system, improve blood circulation and reduce swelling