Morus alba 'Pendula' – White mulberry

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Morus alba 'Pendula' – White mulberry

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A cultivar of the white mulberry grafted on a stem. It forms a small tree with branches that grow vertically downwards at first. In older specimens the branches grow out somewhat in the width. It can eventually attain a maximum width of 4 m. The final height attained depends on the height of the graft. M. alba is used as the graft trunk. The irregularly shaped leaves are often deeply incised and can grow to a length of approx. 14 cm. The leaves are a glossy light green and rough to the touch. The monoecious tree has unremarkable male and female flowers. The small fruits resemble raspberries and are edible. They have a bland to slightly sweet taste. This is a tree for a sunny, warm, sheltered site. Saplings are sensitive to frost. Likes chalky soils and grows in poor soil.
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Clear stem (4)
Specifications
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Height
4 - 6 m
Width
5-7m
Crown
broad weeping , half-open crown
Bark and branches
light grey, bark has regular grooves
Leaf
ovoid to heart-shaped, bright green, 8 - 14 cm
Flowers
unremarkable pendulous catkins, green, May/June
Fruits
mostly white, sometimes reddish, 1 - 2.5 cm long, edible fruits
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
light, well-drained soil, preferably calcareous
Soil moisture
suitable for dry soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
5a (-28,8 to -26,1 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Fauna tree
provides food for birds
Shape
clearstem tree, feathered tree
Origin
Italy, 1890
Clear stem tree feathered tree clay soil loamy soil nutrient-poor soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving light-loving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for dry soil broad weeping 3rd size, smaller than 6 metres half-open crown green green average growing provides food for birds non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit Edible fruits
Frequently asked questions
Morus alba 'Pendula'

Morus alba 'Pendula' can eventually reach a height of 4 - 6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Morus alba 'Pendula' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 4 - 6 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Morus alba 'Pendula' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Morus alba 'Pendula' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Morus alba 'Pendula' blooms in may.
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