Red Mulberry Tree – Morus rubra Live Seedling | 12–16 Inches Tall | Bare Root – No Pot Native Fruit Tree Starter | Backyard & Wildlife Friendly | Easy to Grow

Start your homegrown fruit journey with this 12–16 inch live Red Mulberry tree, shipped bare root and ready to plant. These young trees are 1–2 years old and dug fresh at the time of order to ensure healthy roots and successful transplanting.

The Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a hardy North American native fruit tree known for producing sweet berries that ripen from red to deep purple. The fruit has a rich, blackberry-like flavor and is excellent for fresh eating, baking, jams, and preserves.

Red Mulberry trees are also valued for attracting birds and beneficial wildlife, making them a great addition to natural landscapes and backyard orchards. With proper care, these trees grow into productive shade and fruit trees.

You will receive a plant similar in size and health to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Red Mulberry tree seedling
✔️ Height: approximately 12–16 inches
✔️ Bare root plant wrapped for moisture protection
✔️ Healthy 1–2 year old starter tree
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Red Mulberry
Botanical Name: Morus rubra
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: 1–2 year old starter plant
Sun Requirements: Medium to full sun (6–8 hours daily preferred)
Soil: Well-draining soil; adaptable to many soil types
Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist during establishment
Mature Height: 30–50 feet
Growth Rate: Fast growing
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: No (best suited for ground planting)

💡 Care Tip: When planting bare root trees, soak the roots in water for 1–2 hours before planting. After planting, water thoroughly and apply mulch around the base to help retain soil moisture and protect roots.