Family: Moraceae
(mor-AY-see-ee) Genus: Morus (MOR-russ) Species: rubra (ROO-bruh) Synonym:Morus rubra var. rubra
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Category Edible Fruits and NutsTrees Water Requirements Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwaterRequires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings Sun Exposure Full SunFoliage DeciduousSmooth Foliage Color UnknownHeight over 40 ft. (12 m)Spacing 20-30 ft. (6-9 m)Hardiness USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F) USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F) USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F) USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F) USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F) USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F) USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F) USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) |
Where to Grow UnknownDanger N/ABloom Color GreenBloom Characteristics This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birdsBloom Size UnknownBloom Time Mid SpringOther details UnknownSoil pH requirements 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)Patent Information Non-patentedPropagation Methods From seed; direct sow outdoors in fallSeed Collecting Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible |