Morus alba 'Pendula' (Weeping Mulberry)
Botanical Information
| Family | Moraceae |
| Genus | Morus |
| Species | alba |
| Cultivar | 'Pendula' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Edible fruit. |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H4 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | (-32) - (-7) |
| Temperature (°F) | (-25) - 20 |
| Height | 1.8-3 m |
| Spread | 2.4-3.7 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A strongly weeping tree with long, pendulous branches that extend to the ground. A unique looking species, adding noteworthy interest to a landscape. |
| Landscape | As an ornamental tree. |
| Propagation | Propagated through grafting. |
| Cultivation | Moist, well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Is drought and heat tolerant. |
| Notable Specimens | Weldon Library, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada. The A. M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. Toronto Botanical Garden, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. |
| Leaf Description | Glossy, heart-shaped leaves, leaves turn a pale yellow in autumn. |
| Flower Description | Insignificant greenish-white flowers. |
| Fruit Description | White fruit maturing to a deep pink when ripe. Dropping fruit makes this a "messy" tree. |
Photographs
Tent caterpillar infesting spring mulberry foliage.