Photo of Morus australis foliage by Shih-Shiuan Kao

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Morus australis

Also Known As

  • Japanese Mulberry

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 10'-30'
  • W: 10'-30'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Morus australis plant details

Morus australis is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Morus australis

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 30 FT - wide, 10 FT - 30 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Morus australis

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A cutleaf mulberry, maybe 18' has fruit attractive to birds.

Gardening facts about Morus australis plant

How to Grow Morus australis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

5a-9a

Size

Height: 30'-40'

Width: 20'-30'

  • sun
  • regular
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aka Pakistan Mulberry

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 30'-50'

Width: 30'-50'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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aka Morus alba 'White Fruit', Morus alba 'White Fruiting', White Fruiting Mulberry

Plant Type

Tree, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 25'-35'

Width: 15'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 20'-25'

Width: 30'-35'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 20'-40'

Width: 20'-40'

  • sun
  • regular
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