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Morus alba

Also Known As

  • White Fruiting Mulberry

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 25'-50'
  • W: 25'-50'

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

Morus alba plant details

Morus alba is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by white fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Morus alba

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 25 FT - 50 FT - wide, 25 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Morus alba

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Medium-large, 3/4" long mulberries, with a very sweet flavor. White Mulberries are typically medium growing, medium sized trees with a natural umbrella shaped mature habit to 25' high and wide. Mulberries are a favorite of birds and wildlife as well as humans.

Gardening facts about Morus alba plant

How to Grow Morus alba

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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