Tree Morus alba [White Mulberry] It will grow in nearly any situation. A major problem is the highly invasive character due to prolific seed production and distribution by birds. There are occasional problems with cankers, mites, and bacterial blights.
Tree Indiana Native Morus rubra [Red Mulberry] The Red Mulberry is fairly adaptable and can sometimes be a prolific self-seeder. To prevent bleeding, it should be pruned in late fall or winter. Although somewhat more sensitive to soil requirements, Morus rubra is considered to be a better choice than the related Morus alba (White Mulberry), which has a much more invasive character. Morus rubra is dioecious, so male and female flowers are borne on separate trees. Female trees, if fertilized, bear edible…