White Weeping Mulberry, Morus alba Pendula

A spreading tree with heart-shaped, glossy green leaves and white mulberries which ripen to pink and red in late summer. The Weeping White Mulberry was introduced to Europe in 12th century. It originated in China where White Mulberries have been cultivated for over 4,700 years for silkworm production. Although White Mulberries are not as tasty as Black Mulberries, they are still useful in the kitchen.