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Paper Mulberry

Broussonetia Papyrifera

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Overview

The Paper Mulberry, Broussonetia papyrifera, is a deciduous tree revered for its fast growth, reaching up to 50 feet tall with a spread of 35 feet. This Asian native sports broad, lobed leaves, which offer dense shade, and bears non-showy flowers. It thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring full sun to partial shade and adaptable to various soils. Note: In some areas, it's considered invasive due to its prolific seeding.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 6–9Type TreeClimate Temperate

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Mature height
40–50 Ft.
Mature width
30–40 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Moraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — is a deciduous tree revered for its fast growth; it thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring full sun to, image 82
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — ranging from lobed to unlobed forms; is a deciduous tree hailing from the Moraceae family
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — Note: In some areas, it's considered invasive due to its prolific seeding
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — including those with poor nutrition; caution should be exercised as this species can be invasive in some, image 73
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — with leaves that vary dramatically in shape even on the same branch; tree for full or half, image 66
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — It thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring full sun to partial shade and adaptable to various soils, image 58
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — rounded canopy spread to match; ranging from lobed to unlobed forms, image 64
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — reaching up to 50 feet tall with a spread of 35 feet; typically extending from 30 to 40 feet
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — offering a verdant focal point or an effective natural screen; this Asian native sports broad, lobed, image 78
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — renowned as much for its historical significance in paper making as for its lush garden aesthetics; tree with green
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — tree for full or half
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — This hardy species can reach impressive heights of 35 to 50 feet with a broad; scientifically named, image 63
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — scientifically named Broussonetia papyrifera; with leaves that vary dramatically in shape even on the same branch
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — caution should be exercised as this species can be invasive in some areas; with separate male and female, image 76
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — renowned as much for its historical significance in paper making as for its lush garden aesthetics; tree, image 89
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — is a deciduous tree revered for its fast growth; it thrives in USDA zones 7-10, preferring full sun to partial shade
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — and it's prudent to check local regulations before planting
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — ranging from lobed to unlobed forms
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — each reaching 3 to 7 inches long.<br><br>Come spring, image 95
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — offering a verdant focal point or an effective natural screen; this Asian native sports broad, lobed leaves, which
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — the Paper Mulberry presents catkin-like blooms; it is also resilient to drought and air pollution, image 69
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — though it thrives best in well-drained soil; reaching up to 50 feet tall with a spread of 35 feet
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — These blossoms give way to berry-like fruit clusters, which are about 1 inch in diameter
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — tree with green blooms; these blossoms give way to berry-like fruit clusters, which are about 1 inch in, image 80
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