Bugs in Mulberries: What Are They, Are They Safe, and How to Remove Them

Bugs in Mulberries: What Are They, Are They Safe, and How to Remove Them

Growing mulberries at home brings both joys and challenges. One common surprise for new growers occurs during harvest: tiny, translucent specks—and threadlike organisms moving through freshly picked berries—appear in the fruit after picking. The first instinct is often to discard the whole batch. However, learning what’s actually present in homegrown mulberries and how to handle … Read more

Squirrels and Mulberries: Making Peace With Your Furry Berry Competition

Squirrels and Mulberries: Making Peace With Your Furry Berry Competition

Every summer, I’m working toward stocking my pantry with a year’s worth of mulberry preparations—jams, syrups, dehydrated fruit, fermented wine, and vinegar—all sourced from a single tree if I can manage it. The math seems daunting until you factor in how prolifically a mature mulberry bears and the versatility of each harvest batch across different … Read more