Russian Mulberry Seedling

Russian Mulberry (Morus alba tartarica) is Native to China this mulberry variety is the hardiest mulberry known. It has good, flavored medium-small black fruits that are excellent fresh, dried or made into jam or pies. Also, a great wildlife tree for its shelter and fruit that is much loved by birds. Very tough and drought resistant, it is commonly planted as a windbreak in the Great Plains states. Also good for erosion control and firewood. Leaves are cultivated for feeding silkworms. These are seedling trees and can have either female and male flowers, or just one or the other on any given tree. Best to plant at least 2 for pollination and fruit. Un-pruned it grows from 15 to 20 feet tall and is hardy to zone 3b-9.