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Morus alba /White Mulberry
Specimen of the weeping mulberry
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Specimen of the weeping mulberry
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Scientific Name:
Morus alba
Common Name:
White Mulberry
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8
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Height:
20-30 feet
Spread:
15 - 20 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
White
Fruit present:
Summer
Fruit color:
Red
Light Exposure:
Sun, Morning sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Medium
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
The white mulberry is a fast growing deciduous tree that produces lobed leaves with toothed margins and the pubescent on the surface gives a rather rough texture. Birds are attracted to the fruit, but fruit can be quite messy when trees are placed too close to paved surfaces.