Click for Mulberry Care Guide Morus alba x rubra - Illinois Everbearing Mulberry The Illinois Everbearing mulberry is the ideal choice for fresh eating, offering a delightful sweet-tart flavor. The fruit is approximately 2 1/2 inches long and ripens over a 6-week period, setting the standard for other mulberries. This variety is a natural selection from the wild, with native characteristics. Space: 30-foot circle Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Important Note: In warmer climates, Illinois Everbearing is susceptible to 'Popcorn Disease' (caused by Ciboria shiraiana), which distorts and swells the fruit, rendering it inedible. Varieties like Collier and Illinois Everbearing are especially vulnerable, and entire crops can be lost. 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: None Plant Type: Tree Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Fruit Self-Fertile: Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome!
