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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
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

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) — green flowers in the garden; rounded canopy spread to match
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — rounded canopy spread to match
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — This hardy species can reach impressive heights of 35 to 50 feet with a broad
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — These blossoms give way to berry-like fruit clusters, which are about 1 inch in diameter; renowned as, image 71
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — including those with poor nutrition
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — This hardy species can reach impressive heights of 35 to 50 feet with a broad; scientifically named, image 90
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — though it thrives best in well-drained soil
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — ranging from lobed to unlobed forms; is a deciduous tree hailing from the Moraceae family, image 67
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — with separate male and female flowers that may occur on the same or different trees (dioecious); is a deciduous tree
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — renowned as much for its historical significance in paper making as for its lush garden aesthetics
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — green flowers in the garden
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — These blossoms give way to berry-like fruit clusters, which are about 1 inch in diameter; renowned as, image 98
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — tree with green blooms; these blossoms give way to berry-like fruit clusters, which are about 1 inch in diameter
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — the Paper Mulberry presents catkin-like blooms; it is also resilient to drought and air pollution, image 96
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — rounded canopy spread to match; ranging from lobed to unlobed forms, image 91
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — scientifically named Broussonetia papyrifera
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — This Asian native sports broad, lobed leaves, which offer dense shade, and bears non-showy flowers; the, image 57
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — Note: In some areas, it's considered invasive due to its prolific seeding, image 59
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — Note: In some areas, it's considered invasive due to its prolific seeding, image 32
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — It is also resilient to drought and air pollution, making it a sturdy choice for urban environments
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — each reaching 3 to 7 inches long.<br><br>Come spring
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — These blossoms give way to berry-like fruit clusters, which are about 1 inch in diameter; renowned as much for its
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — The fruits are edible when ripe; the Paper Mulberry presents catkin-like blooms, image 72
Paper Mulberry (Broussonetia Papyrifera) — is a deciduous tree hailing from the Moraceae family; including those with poor nutrition, image 61
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