Red Mulberry Tree Seeds - Morus rubra

Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a fast-growing, hardy deciduous tree native to North America. It’s prized for its abundant clusters of sweet, juicy red-to-purple berries that attract birds, pollinators, and fruit lovers alike. The fruit resembles a blackberry and is excellent for eating fresh or making jams, jellies, and wines.

The Non-GMO Red Mulberry Tree also serves as a beautiful shade tree with large, heart-shaped leaves and a spreading canopy. Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, it’s ideal for edible landscaping, reforestation, or wildlife habitat restoration.

Features

• Produces sweet, edible red-purple berries
• Non-GMO, hardy, and fast-growing native species
• Attracts birds, butterflies, and pollinators
• Excellent for edible gardens, reforestation, and shade
• Tolerates various soils and light conditions
• Low-maintenance and long-lived

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Morus rubra
• Common Name: Red Mulberry
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting tree
• Growth Height: 30–60 feet
• Spread: 25–40 feet
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained loam or sandy soil; pH 5.5–7.5
• Bloom Season: Late spring
• Fruit Season: Summer (June–August)
• Flower Color: Greenish-yellow catkins
• Fruit Color: Red to deep purple when ripe
• Foliage: Green leaves turning yellow in fall
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Sowing Depth: ¼ inch
• Germination Time: 30–90 days (cold stratification for 60 days recommended)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once mature
• Maintenance: Light pruning to maintain shape
• Pollination: Self-fertile but higher yield with cross-pollination
• Wildlife Benefits: Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies
• Uses: Edible landscaping, wildlife habitat, shade tree, reforestation

Planting Guide

• Cold Stratify: Refrigerate seeds for 60 days in a moist medium before sowing.
• Prepare Soil: Use rich, well-drained soil in a sunny or lightly shaded location.
• Sow Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep and water gently.
• Light: Provide full sun for best fruiting.
• Watering: Keep soil moist until seedlings establish.
• Spacing: 25–35 feet apart for orchard planting.
• Care: Mulch base to retain moisture and control weeds; prune lightly each winter.