Morus, 'Smuglyanka' Russian mulberry

Morus alba 'Smuglyanka' Variety description: Russian cultivar with smaller black fruit. Named after the eponymous character of a famous World War Two Red Army ballad celebrating a Moldovan woman who fought as a partisan in the Russian Civil War.  Site requirements: Full sun location. Like other fruit trees, mulberries will do well in fertile, well drained soil. Soil pH of 6.5 is ideal. Hardiness: USDA zones 6-9. Untested in zone 5, but likely hardy to zone 5b. Size at maturity: With training when young and semi-annual pruning, mulberries can be maintained at 15-20'.  Plant size: Grafted tree, 2' tall with strong central leader. When we ship: FALL 2025 Shipping restrictions: None.