Morus alba 'Unryu'

Also Known As

Morus bombycis 'Unryu'
Uhryu Contorted Mulberry
Uhryu Mulberry

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-25'
W: 30'-35'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Morus alba 'Unryu' plant details

Morus alba 'Unryu' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Morus alba 'Unryu'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 35 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
Uses: contorted, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Morus alba 'Unryu'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, lean and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Morus alba 'Unryu' is valued for its gnarled and twisted branches and its compact habit to just 6-8 feet tall. It provides year-round interest but contributes much to the architecture of the winter garden once the leaves fall. It produces tasty black berries. Self-fertile.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

These striking twisted branches, much used in floral arrangement, are just as eye-catching ON the plant itself silhouetted in winter; large shiny leaves are handsome and fine for silk worms!; a fast-growing small tree to 25'. S/M

By: Forestfarm

(CONTORTED MULBERRY) Fast growing small tree to 20’, spreading as wide or wider than tall with curving, twisting branches that are coveted for arrangements. Typical mulberry leaves (have any silkworms to feed?), rarely fruits. Tough, will grow just about anywhere, any soil, with or without water. Best left to do its own thing. USDA Z5