Unravelling the tale of London's mulberry tree heritage

Since Roman times mulberries have been planted in London for their delicious fruit and medicinal virtues. Today's trees help to tell this tale, including of London's medieval abbeys, monasteries, and King James I's attempt to start a silk industry to rival Italy and France.

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Find mulberry trees near you and learn about their stories

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Try a delicious recipe

Try your hand at a tasty mulberry recipie, from delicious Persian meals to a super food healthy London treat

Learn about the mulberry stories

Uncover the stories and history of London's mulberry heritage

Canonbury’s veteran mulberry tree

A black mulberry hidden in a private garden behind the Tudor Canonbury Tower could be almost as old

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On the trail of Spitalfields mulberries

Peter explore's Spitalfields mulberry and silk weaving heritage as part of London Tree Week.

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Managing your mulberry

A short introduction to managing mature mulberries.

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