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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Mulberry Trees and American Material Culture

North America has its own iconic mulberry trees, some associated with past presidents.

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The Wanstead Golf Course Mulberry

By Hole 7 on Wanstead Golf Course stands a veteran mulberry. Did Humphry Repton plant it?

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Managing your mulberry

A short introduction to managing mature mulberries.

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