Red mulberry typically starts flowering in April.
red mulberry
Morus rubra
The Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a species of mulberry native to eastern North America, from Manitoba and Ontario southward to the Gulf of Mexico and eastward to the Atlantic Seaboard. It is a deciduous tree growing to 10 meters tall, with a trunk up to 40 centimeters in diameter. It has simple, alternate, heart-shaped leaves, 6-15 centimeters long, with toothed margins. The fruit is a berry, dark purple to almost black when ripe, 8-15 millimeters diameter with a sweet flavor when ripe. The tree is commonly found in forest margins and at the edges of fields. Its fruit can be eaten raw or used to make pies and jellies.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Green Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
red,purple Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Red mulberry should be watered about once a week, depending on your soil type and the climate where you live. Water deeply, so that the entire root zone receives moisture. In hot and dry climates, it may be necessary to water more frequently. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Do not let the soil become soggy or waterlogged, as this can lead to root rot. Mulberries have a shallow root system and do not need frequent fertilization.
sunlight
Red mulberry (Morus rubra) grows best in full sunlight and requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil. It can tolerate light shade, but it will produce best in full sun. Red mulberry should not be grown in areas with hot afternoon sun. The tree responds well to pruning and is an excellent choice for a small area. It should be pruned in the late winter for the best shape, but it can be pruned at any time of the year if needed. Red mulberry needs regular watering, and supplemental water in the summer is recommended.
pruning
Red mulberry (Morus rubra) should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Prune out dead, diseased, and damaged branches first, followed by any errant, crossing, or rubbing branches, as well as any overly thick branches. To promote a full canopy, lightly prune the remaining branches to maintain an open form. Avoid pruning more than 1 third of the total canopy each year as this could put stress on the plant.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Morus rubra (red mulberry) typically begins in June and continues through August.
