Illinois Everbearing
Morus alba x rubra
The ideal fresh-eating mulberry; delightful sweet tart flavor. Fruits 2 1/2" long. The standard others are judged by. Ripening a few weeks later than Collier. It ripens for @ 6 weeks. Illinois Everbearing is a natural selection from the wild with native characteristics. Space 30' circle. Zone 5-8.
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Pest Resistance | Excellent |
| Disease Resistance | Excellent |
| Drought Tolerance | Very Good |
| Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
| Humidity Tolerance | Excellent |
| Sun Tolerance | Excellent |
| Wet Soil Tolerance | Fair |
| Shade Tolerance | Good |
| No Spray | Excellent |
| Salt Tolerance | Fair |
| Fresh for Kids | Excellent |
| Deer Resistance | Poor |
| Thorns | No |
| Plant Type | Tree |
| Soil Type | Adaptable |
| Edible Type | Fruit |
| Self Fertile | Yes |
| This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome | |