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BROUSSONETIA papyrifera
Commonly known as Paper mulberry
Male has yellowish curly, woolly catkins and the female produces globular orange-red fruits. A handsome shrub the bark of which is used for paper making in Japan
Small
(UK Delivery Only)
£35.00 each
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
Canker, leaf spot. -
Place of origin
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DeciduousUnlobed or deeply-lobed, grey-green leaves to 20cm (8in).
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Fully hardy
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Lobed
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Ovate
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Height
8m (26ft) -
Spread
8m (26ft)
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Tall ShrubRounded, suckering shrub. Male flowers with creamy anthers in catkins to 7cm (3in) long. Female flowers develop into edible fruits. Male and female flowers are produced on separate plants.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Mature Size8m (26ft)
8m (26ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Shelter from wind
Broussonetia - Growing Guide
