Best hardy variety. Extremely precocious, self-fruiting, and heavy yielding over much of the summer. Illinois Everbearing Mulberry has a very sweet delicious flavor. Seedless. Zone 3- 8.
ZONE: 3-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Self-fruitful. Wind pollinated. Leafs out very late to avoid spring frosts.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 2/3 sun, balanced moisture, reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Will grow in wide-ranging soil conditions. Dormant prune to avoid sap bleed. Spur bearer. Stake young trees to avoid them becoming top-heavy and uprooting. Can be kept pruned as 10' x 10' bush and sheared yearly. Mid to late season ripening. Fruit is very juicy and keeps poorly.
CHILL HOURS: 300-500 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Very good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: Quickly to 30' x 20'; will easily add 3'-5' per year.
