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MULBERRY

Russian Mulberry

Catalogue A# 0099-171 AH5

GPS 45D 43' 46" N / 108D 37' 47" W

0099-171

Morus alba var.tatarica

Family: Moraceae

Origin: Asia

Common name: Russian Mulberry

Location: Red panda viewing area, on small hill to left

Number in accession: 1

Note: Identified by 'mitten-like' leaves, this specimen in shady area

This 12 inch Red mulberry provides overall benefits of: $102 every year.

CRITIQUE

The uncommon red mulberry is a native woodland tree often reaching 40 to 60 feet tall. The dark green leaves turn a golden yellow and often remain late into autumn. The deep purple fruits of the female tree are sweet and relished by wildlife but can be quite messy.

Tree or Plant Type: Tree
       Foliage: Deciduous (seasonally loses leaves)
       Native Locale: North America
       Landscape Uses: Parkway/street, Shade tree, Specimen
       Size Range: Large tree (more than 40 feet)
Mature Height: 40-70 feet
Mature Width: 40-50 feet
       Light Exposure: Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily), Partial sun/shade (4-6 hrs light daily)
       Hardiness Zones: Zone 5 , Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
       Soil Preference: Alkaline soil, Moist, well-drained soil
       Acid Soils: Tolerant
       Alkaline Soils: Prefers
       Salt Spray: Tolerant
       Soil Salt: Intolerant
       Drought Conditions: Intolerant
       Poor Drainage: Tolerant
       Planting Considerations: May be difficult to find in nurseries, Messy fruit/plant parts, Weak wood and branch structure
       Ornamental Interest: Fall color, Edible fruit, Showy fruit, Attractive bark
       Season of Interest: Early fall, Mid fall
       Flower Color & Fragrance: Inconspicuous
       Shape or Form: Round
       Growth Rate: Moderate
       Transplants Well: Yes
       Wildlife: Game birds, Game mammals, Small mammals, Songbird