Mulberry
(Morus spp.)
Mulberries like 1/2 day to full sun, well-drained soil and are not bothered by pests or diseases. It is recommended that you plant your mulberry tree a little distance from any foot-traffic as the fruits will stain and are not great when tracked inside.
Click here for a growing guide on Mulberries courtesy of Stark Brothers.
Contorted Mulberry 'Unryu'
(morus bombycis) A very rare and unique variety, Contorted Mulberry grows to only 6-8 ft. in height and features small, tasty, black fruit and gnarled and twisted branches This unusual and striking form is especially striking after leaf fall. Produces about 3-6 pounds of fruit at maturity.
Self-fertile (can produce fruit on it's own).
Early Bird, Mulberry
This variety is prized for its abundant crops of very early ripening, sweet and flavorful, jet black fruit. Enjoy the fruit fresh or dry it for a delicious winter snack. Easy to grow, Early Bird features large, dark green foliage and makes a fine addition to any landscape.
Self-fertile - can produce fruit on its own.
Illinois Everbearing Mulberry
(Morus Alba x rubra) Selected in Illinois around 1947, Illinois Everbearing is a cross between the Chinese White Mulberry and the native (to eastern North America) Red Mulberry. It is hardy to -25°F (USDA zone 4) making it one of the best varieties for the Northwest. It's berries are large, 1 1/2" long, black, tasty, with few seeds, and ripen over a long period from late June to early fall. Illinois Everbearing is self-fertile and can bear 15-25 pounds of fruit at maturity.
Self-fertile (can produce fruit on it's own).
Weeping Mulberry
(Morus alba pendula)This attractive, compact tree is great for decorating a yard, deck or patio. Weeping Mulberry will grow to only 6-8 ft. in height and bears small, sweet and tasty, jet black fruit. Can produce about 5-10 pounds of fruit at maturity.
Self-fertile (can produce fruit on it's own).