The Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry is a rare, fast-growing plant that produces delicious fruit. Grown in zones 5-9, it reaches a size of 6-8 feet.
Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry
The Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry is a relatively new variety of mulberry that was developed in Japan in the late 1900s. It is a dwarf variety that grows to be only 6-8 feet tall and wide, making it ideal for small gardens or container growing.
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The Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry is a self-fertile tree, so it does not need another mulberry tree to produce fruit. It is also very productive, producing large, sweet mulberries all summer long.
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The Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry is a relatively low-maintenance tree. It is drought tolerant once established and does not require a lot of fertilizer. However, it is important to water the tree regularly during the first year after planting.
The Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry is a great choice for homeowners who are looking for a beautiful and productive fruit tree that is easy to grow and care for. It is also a good choice for people who live in colder climates, as it is hardy to zone 5.
Here are some tips for growing and caring for your Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry tree:
- Choose a sunny spot in your yard with well-drained soil.
- Dig a hole that is twice as wide as the root ball of the tree and just as deep.
- Place the tree in the hole and backfill with soil, tamping down gently to remove any air pockets.
- Water the tree well.
- Fertilize the tree once in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Water the tree regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Mulch around the tree to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Prune the tree in early spring to remove any dead or damaged wood and to shape the tree as desired.
With proper care, your Issai Morus Alba Dwarf Mulberry tree will provide you with years of enjoyment.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-9
| Mature Height: | 6 to 8 Feet |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Mature width: | 6 to 8 Feet |
| Botanical Name: | Morus 'Illinois Everbearing |
| Harvest Time | June to August |
| Year to Bear | Can Fruit 1st Year |
