Mulberry (Morus species)

Family: Moraceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Morus species is a deciduous Tree growing to 10 m (32ft 10in) at a medium rate. The species is monoecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but both sexes can be found on the same plant). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

sweet flavour, it is considered to be one of the best mulberries. — A very sweet flavour, it is considered to be one of the best mulberries.; The fruit ripens over a long period.; The fruit is large, individual fruits can weigh 350 grams, and very long.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in the wild. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)