Doug’s Dwarf Mulberry
A dwarf mulberry discovered in northern California that has only grown to about 8 feet tall after many years. Short internodes mean more space for this little cutie to make mulberries and the dark black fruits are sweet and delicious. A great candidate for a bonsai mulberry as well, or just a great option for gardeners that want a smaller mulberry option.
Exotic, sweet, and delicious, Mulberries are very popular in Central Asia and the Middle East. Now you can grow and enjoy this juicy and nutritious fruit! Mulberry fruit resembles a Blackberry and is delicious eaten fresh. It can also be dried for tasty winter snacks. Mulberries are pest and disease resistant and form an attractive, small tree with dark green, tropical foliage. Along the ancient Silk Road in Central Asia, Mulberries are widely grown for their foliage, which is used to feed silkworms.
Latin Name: Morus sp.
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full sun and well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to minus 15° F.
Bearing Age: 2 – 3 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 8 to maybe 12 feet
Bloom Time: Spring
Ripening Time: June to August depending on your climate
Yield: 15-25 lbs.
Pests & Diseases: Mulberries are not bothered by pests or diseases.
USDA Zone: 5-10