This vigorous deciduous tree has a short trunk with low spreading branches that form a rounded crown. It has mid-green heart-shaped leaves and the tiny pale green cup-shaped flowers appear during spring followed by edible raspberry-like fruit.

Hardiness zones 6 to 11

Morus nigra is naturally found from China to central Asia growing in well drained fertile moist light soils in an open sunny position and is frost and drought resistant. 

Mulberry is a hardy tree that is grown for its edible fruit and spreading crown. It is planted in gardens or woodland settings for its summer shade or as a specimen for a quick screen along borders. It is suitable for coastal and inland regions and establishes in 2 to 3 years. It may become a weed in some areas as it attracts birds which disperse the seeds and the tree tolerates a wide range of climate zones. ID 738

Morus (MŌ-rus)  nigra (NIG-ra)

Moraceae (mor-AY-see-ee)
Figs and Mulberries