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Morus alba

White Mulberry

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Morus alba (White Mulberry)

Mulberries are dioecious (separate male and female trees). Female trees produce the fruit which is both ornamentally attractive and edible for humans and attractive to wildlife, but messy. Inconspicuous greenish-white flowers appear in late spring. Glossy, usually lobed, dark green leaves turn an undistinguished yellow in fall.

Additional Information:


Height
6-12 Feet

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Spread
8-12 Feet

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Bloom/Seasonal Color
White


USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

FACU

Nature Attracting

Songbird

Root

Fibrous

Season of Interest

Late (July-frost)
Mid (May-June)

Soil Moisture

Average

Special Features

Good Berries

Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Medium Sun/Average Shade

USFS MO Ecological Map

Wildlife Benefit

Food/Birds
Food/Small Animals