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Mulberry

Complete care guide for premium berries seedling. Follow these instructions for optimal growth and maximum yield.

Complete Care Guide

Detailed care instructions for growing your Mulberry seedling successfully

Watering

Moderate watering, drought tolerant.

Sunlight

Full sun preferred.

Soil Requirements

Well-drained soil.

Temperature

Warm (18-28°C).

Fertilizer

Minimal, NPK 8-8-8.

Spacing

4-5 meters.

Time to Fruit

Maturity 1-2 years.

Pest & Disease Management

Pests:

•Spider Mites (use neem oil or insecticidal soap sprays, maintain humidity to deter mites in dry conditions)
•Raspberry Cane Borers (remove and destroy affected canes)
•Aphids (introduce ladybugs or spray neem-based solutions to control aphid populations)
•Fruit Flies (use pheromone traps or organic baits)

Diseases:

•Powdery Mildew (ensure good airflow through proper spacing and pruning)
•Root Rot (avoid waterlogging by improving drainage)
•Anthracnose (spray copper-based fungicides and remove infected plant parts promptly)

Market:

•Market price for mulberry in Kenya ranges from KES 200-300 per kg making a farmer earn 3-4.5 million Kenya shillings per hectare. Mulberry farming in Kenya is gaining traction
•transitioning from a traditional crop for sericulture (silk farming)
•though it remains relatively underutilized.

Growing Timeline

Phase 1

Planting

Prepare soil, plant seedling, water thoroughly

Phase 2

Establishment

Regular watering, fertilizer application

Phase 3

Growth

Pruning, maintenance, pest management

Phase 4

Fruiting

Harvest and ongoing maintenance

Common Issues & Solutions

Water Stress

Ensure consistent watering, especially during dry periods. Use mulch to retain soil moisture. Install drip irrigation for efficient water delivery. Water deeply but less frequently.

Aphid Infestation

Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap. Introduce beneficial insects like ladybugs. Remove affected leaves and maintain good air circulation. Control ants that protect aphids.

Spider Mite Infestation

Increase humidity around plants. Spray with water to dislodge mites. Use neem oil or miticides if severe. Avoid dusty conditions that favor mites.

Borer Problem

Remove and destroy affected branches immediately. Apply appropriate insecticides to trunk and branches. Maintain tree health to prevent infestation. Use pheromone traps for monitoring.

Quick Reference

Min Temperature

10°C

Ideal Sunlight

6+ hrs

Water Frequency

Regular

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

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