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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