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Mulberry

Morus alba

Mulberry is a deciduous tree or shrub known for its sweet, edible fruits and leaves that are the primary food source for silkworms. It has a wide range of uses, including fruit consumption, medicinal applications, and as a shade tree. The tree can grow up to 10-15 meters tall and has a broad, spreading canopy.

Calculate System for Mulberry
400.00–600.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
30.00–60.00cm
Root Depth
25,000 kg/ha
Yield
20,000
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Mar – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
60 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Mulberry trees are relatively easy to grow and can adapt to various soil types. They are often propagated through cuttings or grafting. Varieties include white mulberry (Morus alba), black mulberry (Morus nigra), and red mulberry (Morus rubra), each with unique fruit characteristics.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 400.00–600.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Water Productivity: 15.500 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Fixed Sprinkler70.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 2.00%
Soil preparation should include the incorporation of organic matter to improve soil structure and fertility. Regular soil testing is recommended to monitor pH and nutrient levels.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.00–6.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Mediterranean
ETo: 3.00–7.00 mm/day
Temp: 5.0°C – 35.0°C
Frost: low
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Moderate heat tolerance
Mulberry trees thrive in regions with warm summers and mild winters. In areas prone to frost, protective measures should be taken during late spring to prevent damage to young shoots.

Planting Layout

100.00cm
Row Spacing
50.00cm
Plant Spacing
20,000
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)150 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)60 kg/ha
Potassium (K)180 kg/ha
40
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
25
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
20
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen in 3 splits during growing season
Organic Matter: 2-3% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

25,000
kg/ha
2.500
kg/plant
0.450
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, color, sugar content

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Growing and Irrigating Mulberry: A Comprehensive Guide

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