red mulberry

Morus rubra

tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water

A native deciduous tree prized for its dark red edible berries that ripen in early summer. Fast-growing and relatively low-maintenance, it attracts wildlife and provides dappled shade.

Plant Overview

Type

tree

Form

Spreading

Growth Rate

fast

Size

40–60′ tall × 40–60′ wide

Dormancy

deciduous

USDA Zones

4–9

Landscaping

Sun

☀️ full sun

Water

💧💧 moderate

Soil

Well-drained, adaptable

Native Range

Eastern North America

Bloom Season

April · May

Season of Interest

Spring, Summer

Permaculture

Forest Garden Layer

sub-canopy

ediblewildlife habitatpollinatorpioneer