Morus rubra

red mulberry

Red mulberry is, for many, a childhood favorite-- this prolifically fruiting species produces delicious berries that can be eaten right off the branch or stored as preserves. Mulberries produce more than enough fruit for humans and wild birds to share, and their lobed leaves and full shape make them a great feature tree.

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Height: 15-35 ft
Spread: 15-35 ft
Hardiness Zone: 5-9


Bloom Color: Insignificant

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
• Dry
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Fruit
• Spring Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
• Urban Environment
• Drought Tolerant
• Compaction Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Edible
• Low Maintenance
• Dioecious (fruits only on female plants)
Landscape Use
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Purple to Black Fruit


North American Distribution


red mulberry - Morus rubra from Native Plant Trust