Fruits
Morus
Mulberry
A fruiting mulberry tree with sweet summer berries that can be eaten fresh or preserved. The source label does not name a species, so final size, fruit color and native status cannot be assumed.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Water
- Moderate; well-drained soil
Sizes & prices
- #10$149.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Keep in mind: Species-level reference is shown for general mulberry care; verify the stock tag before treating this inventory line as native red mulberry.
Fruit & harvest
- Pollination
- Some mulberries bear male and female flowers on one tree; others have separate male and female plants. A male-only tree cannot fruit. Check the named selection before choosing a companion.
Growing & care
- Care & pruning
- Allow room for a tree and expect fallen ripe fruit beneath the canopy. Prune conservatively in dormancy to remove hazards or crowding.
- Harvest
- Black-mulberry reference: pick fully ripe, soft fruit gently or collect it on a sheet beneath the branches. Eat promptly or preserve; season and ripe color depend on the selection.
- Winter
- For container plants, insulate the pot or sink it into the ground to protect roots from freezing. This is general woody-container care; outdoor hardiness still depends on the mulberry species and selection.
- Size & habit
- Size varies from compact selections to broad trees. Match the variety to your space.
Sources & photo credits
Photo: Miloslav Bahna (image resized for display) · CC BY-SA 4.0
Size & selection: Mulberries range from compact selections to broad-canopied trees. Check the named plant’s mature dimensions before choosing its space; container and espalier training also affect size.
Reviewed October 1, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.