Chaparral Weeping Mulberry

Weeping form

Botanical Name- Morus alba 'Chaparral'

Pronunciation- MOR-us AL-buh

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 10 ft

Mature Height- 8 ft

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained soil, but tolerant of any except a wet site

Current Size- #10

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Fauna Attracted- Fruit-eating birds (robins, cedar waxwings), wind-pollinated flowers

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune heavily in winter if needed; water regularly when young and fertilize in spring.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to control size and shape. Remove suckers regularly.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need. Loosen clay around roots to encourage robust growth.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone

Possible Issues- Silkworm pests, leaf spot