Morus 'Silk Hope'

Also Known As

Morus x 'Silk Hope'
Silk Hope Mulberry

Plant type

tree

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 20'-30'

planting zones

7a-9b

More Options

Morus 'Silk Hope' plant details

Morus 'Silk Hope' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Morus 'Silk Hope'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Morus 'Silk Hope'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An interesting Mulberry which was selected in North Carolina when the state was part of the thriving silk industry, this cultivar is better suited to the heat and humidity of the southeast, yet it has the same wonderful dark, sweet, 1 ½" fruit as Illinois Everbearing; moderate growth to 40' and beautiful rich-green foliage; a wonderfully adaptable tree, but avoiding planting near pavement as it can be messy. S/M