A Midday Modern Conversation on mulberry trees

In this special live edition of Midday Modern Conversations, mulberry expert Dr Peter Coles will speak to our Historic Houses Senior Manager John Collins about mulberry trees and in particular our own historic mulberry tree in the centre of our garden, which is the last living remnant of the garden’s origin as a 17th century orchard. After their conversation, members of the live virtual audience will be invited to ask Peter their own questions about mulberry trees. Ever wanted to know how long they live? What's the difference between a black and a white mulberry? Come find out.

In March 2021 Hogarth’s House began a monthly virtual video series called Midday Modern Conversations, inspired by Hogarth's print 'A Midnight Modern Conversation.' The team speak to specialists and experts on a range of intriguing topics. To see other videos in the series, visit www.hogarthshouse.org/adult-learning.

About Hogarth's House:

Located in Chiswick, Hogarth's House is a historic house and former home of the 18th century artist William Hogarth. In the garden is a 350-year-old mulberry tree, the last remaining tree from the garden’s origin as a 17th century walled orchard. We are owned and operated by the London Borough of Hounslow and are undergoing a National Lottery Heritage Fund redevelopment project called Hogarth's Mulberry Garden Project.