Propagating Mulberry Trees from Summer Cuttings: Success Rate Test Results

Propagating mulberry trees from green summer cuttings can yield high success rates. Learn how humidity tents and leaving foliage can boost your orchard's growth without rooting hormones.


This video explores the process of propagating mulberry trees using green cuttings taken during the summer. It details a method using a humidity tent, rooting hormones, and heat mats to encourage growth. The demonstration highlights the importance of maintaining high humidity and leaving a small amount of foliage on the cuttings to act as an energy source while roots establish.

Results from several mulberry varieties, including Kip Parker and Black Prince, show successful strike rates ranging from 33% to 61% after one month. Observations suggest that while rooting hormone is often standard, summer cuttings may thrive just as well without it. This approach provides a viable alternative to dormant winter propagation, allowing for orchard expansion during the active growing season.

How do I start growing my own mulberry trees?

Growing mulberry trees from cuttings is a fraction of the price of buying a new tree and gives you an enormous selection to choose from... many of which are not even available to buy in a nursery. Mulberry trees can be grown in pots on a patio or planted in ground to become a large tree. Here are a few...