Red Mulberry Tree – Morus rubra Live Seedling | 12–24 Inches Tall | Bare Root – No Pot Native Fruit Tree Starter | Backyard & Wildlife Friendly | Easy to Grow

Start your homegrown fruit journey with this 12–24 inch live Red Mulberry tree seedling, shipped bare root and ready to plant. This hardy young tree is perfect for backyard orchards, homesteads, and wildlife-friendly gardens.

The Red Mulberry (Morus rubra) is a native North American fruit tree known for its sweet, blackberry-like fruit that ripens from red to deep purple. The tree features distinctive heart-shaped or mitten-shaped leaves and produces delicious berries that can be enjoyed fresh or used in pies, jams, and preserves.

Red Mulberry trees are also valued for their ability to support birds and wildlife, making them a great addition to natural landscapes and edible gardens. With proper care, these trees develop into strong, 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 12–24 inches
✔️ Bare root plant (no pot or foliage)
✔️ Healthy starter tree ready for planting
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Red Mulberry
Botanical Name: Morus rubra
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Seedling / bare root starter
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist during establishment
Mature Height: 30–50 feet
Growth Rate: Fast growing
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: No (best suited for ground planting)

💡 Care Tip: Bare root trees should be planted as soon as possible after arrival. Soaking the roots in water for 1–2 hours before planting helps improve transplant success and early growth.