White Mulberry

Morus alba

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Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Profile & Growing Essentials

Cold hardy, Fast-growing, Edible, Ornamental Berries/Fruit, Heat Tolerant, Drought resistant, Hedge/Screen, and Thornless

Specifications

Botanical Name

Morus alba
Height

30-50 ft
Width

30-40 ft
Growing Zones

4-9
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Fast
Flower Color
- Yellow
- Green
Leaf Color
- Green
- Yellow
Fall Color

Yellow
Pollinator Required

No
Bloom Period

Early Spring

Planting & Care Instructions

Where to Plant

Sunlight: White Mulberries thrive in full sun, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily. While they can manage in partial shade, you will notice a significant drop in fruit production and slower growth rates.
Soil: These trees prefer deep, well drained loamy soil but are famous for their adaptability to poor conditions. If you have heavy clay, mix in organic compost at planting to improve drainage; for sandy soil, add peat moss to help the roots hold onto moisture.

Watering Requirements

During the first two growing seasons, provide 1 inch of water per week to help the deep taproot establish. Once mature, the White Mulberry is remarkably drought tolerant, though inconsistent watering during fruit set can cause the berries to drop prematurely or lose their sweetness. Aim for deep soakings at the base of the tree rather than frequent light sprinkles.

Pruning Tips

Because these trees bloom on new wood, you should prune them in late winter while they are dormant to avoid "bleeding" sap. Think of this like a structural tune up where you remove crossing branches and thinning out the canopy to let light reach the center. Regular pruning keeps the fruit within reach and prevents the tree from becoming unmanageably large for a residential landscape.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release 10-10-10 fertilizer in early spring just as new growth begins to emerge. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this encourages tender new growth that will be easily damaged by the first winter frost. A simple application once a year is usually enough to maintain vigorous growth and heavy fruiting.

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Fast-Growing Tree with Edible Fruit

The White Mulberry is a fast-growing, deciduous tree that produces an edible harvest of unique colored Mulberries. Plant one in a side yard where you can enjoy its features without concerns about dropping fruit.

The crown tends toward a spreading nature which is popular with wildlife. Birds will enjoy visiting your yard for the shelter and food your tree provides. The White Mulberry is wonderful as a shade tree or windbreak. It requires very little care and can tolerate drought, frost or poor soils.

One-inch raspberry-like fruits ripen in early to mid summer, and attain a delectable red-pink hue. You'll know the fruit is ripe when your tree is alive with the excited cheeps of the songbirds that have come to feast.

You'll enjoy the fruit for a snack right from your very own tree, or save some of the sweet berries for homemade Mulberry preserves or wine. A treat that is hard to come by and is a special, rare gift for friends and family.

The White Mulberry's autumn raiment includes various shades of yellow, adding a bit of fall color to your landscape.

If you'd like a durable tree that produces delicious fruit every year, look no further than the White Mulberry.

Edible, Unique Fruit
Wildlife Interest
Drought Tolerant
Fast Growing Shade

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White Mulberry

Morus alba

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