Mulberry (Persian Dwarf Everbearing)

Description

Persian Dwarf Everbearing is valued for doing something most mulberries don’t: staying genuinely small without constant pruning. Its compact habit is inherent to the variety, making it a practical choice for patios, containers, borders, and tight garden spaces.

The tree produces dark purple to black mulberries with a pleasant sweetness and fruits over an extended period rather than in a single short flush. While “everbearing” doesn’t mean nonstop fruiting, growers can expect repeated waves of ripe berries through the season, especially in warm conditions.

Overview

• Naturally compact mulberry suited to containers and small gardens
• Extended fruiting season compared to many standard mulberries
• Sweet, dark berries for fresh eating
• Easy to manage without aggressive pruning
• Self-fertile and beginner-friendly

Growing Details

Latin Name: Morus alba ’Persian Dwarf Everbearing’Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soilHardiness: USDA Zone 6–9Rootstock: Own-root (not grafted)Bearing Age: 1–3 yearsSize at Maturity: Typically 4–8 ft tall and wide (varies with container size and pruning)Flowering: Spring; inconspicuous catkins (not showy)Ripening Time: Late spring through summer; timing varies by climatePollination: Self-fertilePests & Diseases: Generally low-maintenance with few serious issuesYield: Moderate; steady over an extended season once established

Additional Notes

• Grower’s Insight: The appeal of Persian Dwarf Everbearing is that its size is inherent to the variety. It behaves like a small plant because it is one—not because it’s constantly being held back.
• Regional Insight: Performs best in warm and temperate climates; in colder regions, container growing with protected overwintering helps maintain vigor and fruiting consistency.
• Harvest fruit when berries are fully dark and soft for best sweetness.
• Compact plants can still drop fruit—place thoughtfully near hardscape.
• Explore more mulberries in our collection: Mulberry Trees