Morus Alba , White Mulberry - 100 Seeds Pack

Morus alba

Common names: White Mulberry, Common Mulberry, Silkworm Mulberry

Short Description

Morus alba is a fast-growing, deciduous tree native to China, typically reaching 10–20 m (33–66 ft) in height. It has broad, glossy green leaves that are the primary food source for silkworms. The tree produces sweet, edible fruits that ripen from white to pink, red, or dark purple, depending on the variety. White mulberry is widely cultivated for fruit production, shade, ornamental use, and sericulture (silk production). It is hardy, adaptable, and tolerant of drought once established.

Germination Tips

• Seed treatment: Cold stratify seeds for 60–90 days at 2–5°C in moist peat or vermiculite to improve germination. Fresh seeds may germinate without stratification but less uniformly.
• Sowing: Sow seeds 2–3 mm deep in a well-drained seed-starting mix.
• Temperature: Maintain 20–25°C after stratification.
• Growing medium: Use a light, well-drained mix such as coco peat with perlite or sand.
• Moisture: Keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Light: Place in bright light or partial sun after germination.
• Germination time: Typically 2–8 weeks, depending on seed freshness and stratification.