How to Care for Morus alba (White Mulberry)

Korean name: 뽕나무(오디)

White mulberry is a tree with broad, serrated leaves, blooming small white flowers in spring and bearing dark, sugar-rich fruits in summer. It is easy to grow and tolerates cold well, suitable for gardens and yards.

Key facts

• Category: Vegetable & fruit
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: East Asia (China, Korea, etc.)
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: easy to grow, cold hardy, edible fruit, fruit harvesting
• Also known as: White Mulberry, Morus, Mulberry

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers full sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when soil is dry.
• Soil: Well-draining soil is ideal.
• Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.
• Temperature: 15~30°C
• Fertilizer: Apply slow-release fertilizer in spring and autumn.

Common questions

How often should you water Morus alba?

Water thoroughly when soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Morus alba?

It likes Prefers full sunlight.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Well-draining soil is ideal..

Is Morus alba safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Morus alba good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~30°C. Humidity: Normal indoor humidity is sufficient.. Fertilise Apply slow-release fertilizer in spring and autumn..