White mulberry (Morus alba L.) – a medium-sized fruit tree with a spreading crown, known for its versatility and high yield. The tree can reach a height of up to 20 m, has a straight trunk with gray bark, and medium-sized, curved, light-green, matte shoots. The leaves are large, egg-shaped and elongated, smooth, hairless, with blunt teeth, which ensures good photosynthesis and resistance to adverse conditions.
White mulberry fruit clusters have a cylindrical shape, a mass of up to 1.2 g (average 0.8 g), and a thin skin. They are light white with possible yellowish shades, contain about 22% sugar, which gives the berries a sweet taste and refreshing aroma. The fruits ripen at the end of June – beginning of July, and the tree begins to bear fruit as early as after 3–4 years of grafted plants.
The culture is characterized by high winter hardiness, drought resistance, and heat tolerance, which makes it suitable for cultivation in many regions. According to the applicant, the average yield is about 26 c/ha. White mulberry is not affected by diseases or pests and does not require special protective measures. Due to these characteristics, it is suitable for both home gardens and commercial production.
