Pakistan Mulberry is a large, firm, berries with sweet raspberry-like flavor. Red to black fruits are about 2.5 to 3.5 inches in length and ripen over a 6 week period. Does well in dry climates. They are soft wood trees and may establish first year new growth just a few feet from soil line the first season in locations with a late freeze.
Growing Considerations for Pakistan Mulberry
USDA Zone: 6,7,8,9,10
Pollination: Self-Fertile variety
Fruit Storage: Fair
Mature Size: 12-20 ft.
Recommended Spacing: 12-20 ft.
Uses: Fresh eating, dessert, jams, drying
Water Requirement: 8-15 gallons per week May through Sept.
Years to bear: 1-3 years
Shape when shipped: whip(no branching)
*Size supplied when shipped: 5/8 inch caliper (width around trunk) 6-8 ft. in field (trimmed to 4 to 5 ft. when shipped)
*As noted by University of California Scientists and other qualified professionals the most successful trees often have caliper from 1/2" to 5/8" and usually establish faster than smaller and larger planting stock.
Note on Shipping:
Our mulberry trees are delivered to you bareroot during their winter dormancy from January through May depending on USDA zone. Trees are shipped with your invoice and helpful planting directions. There is no minimum quantity required but shipping rate for an individual tree is expensive so you'll find it's cost effective to consider a handful of trees,vines or our helpful Tree Starter Kits.
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