Botanical profile

Morus alba Chaparral (fruitless)

Latin name
Morus alba 'Chaparral' (without fruit)
Common name
Weeping White Mulberry 'Chaparral'
Type
Ornamental tree
Family
Moraceae

Morus alba ‘Chaparral’, known as the Chaparral weeping mulberry, is a small ornamental tree grafted on a standard, recognized for its strongly weeping habit and elegant parasol-shaped silhouette. Its long, flexible branches gracefully cascade towards the ground, creating a dense and decorative crown that brings a remarkable architectural effect to landscape gardens. Its deciduous foliage is composed of large, bright green leaves, sometimes slightly lobed, which turn a beautiful yellow in autumn. This male variety is sterile and does not produce fruit, making it an excellent choice for landscaping where one wishes to avoid stains caused by fallen mulberries. Morus alba ‘Chaparral’ is highly appreciated as an accent tree, near terraces or in small gardens, where its weeping form creates an elegant focal point throughout the season.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Well-drained, tolerant
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
None (sterile variety, no fruit)
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3 to 4 m (10 to 13 feet)
Width
4 m (13 feet)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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