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Iron Baraga Conservation District
Red Mulberry Wildlife Pack of 25
Red Mulberry Wildlife Pack of 25
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- Description: - The red mulberry is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 10-15 meters (33-49 feet) tall. - It has a spreading, rounded crown and a trunk up to 50 cm (20 inches) in diameter. - The leaves are alternate, simple, and broadly ovate, with serrated edges. They are typically 7-14 cm (3-5.5 inches) long and 6-12 cm (2.5-4.5 inches) wide.
- Fruit: - The fruit of the red mulberry is an aggregate of small drupes resembling a blackberry. - It is typically dark purple to black when ripe and is sweet and juicy. - The fruit is edible and can be eaten raw or used in various culinary applications, such as jams, jellies, and desserts.
- Habitat: - Red mulberries are commonly found in rich, moist soils in forests, along streams, and in floodplains. - They are adaptable to various soil types but prefer well-drained, loamy soils.
- Ecological Importance: - The red mulberry provides food for various wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects. - Its leaves are a food source for the larvae of certain moths and butterflies.
- Conservation: - While the red mulberry is not considered endangered, its populations can be affected by habitat loss and competition with the invasive white mulberry (Morus alba).


