Morus alba

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White or Silkworm Mulberry

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This fast-growing, fruitless shade tree grows to 35' tall, has large leaves, and takes heat and drought well.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Green

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Black, Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Messy

Design Styles

Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Standard

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Parking Strip, Parking Lot, Roadside, Street Tree

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.