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Paper Mulberry

About Paper Mulberry

The paper-mulberry grows best in well-drained soil in a sheltered location but in full sun. It propagates easily by seeds, cuttings, or root suckers. The bark was commonly used to make paper and cloth products. They make excellent street or yard trees because they are not messy with dropping fruit.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Broussonetia papyrifera

Genus

Broussonetia

Family

Moraceae

Order

Rosales

Also known as

Tapa cloth tree

How to care for Paper Mulberry

💦 Water

How often to water your Paper Mulberry

Paper Mulberry needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Paper Mulberry in your home

Paper Mulberry love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Paper Mulberry does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Paper Mulberry in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Paper Mulberry

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Paper Mulberry: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Paper Mulberry after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Paper Mulberry is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

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💦 Water Needs

Paper Mulberry prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Paper Mulberry requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Paper Mulberry is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Paper Mulberry does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Paper Mulberry is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Paper Mulberry →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Paper Mulberry will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Paper Mulberry Lifecycle →

Paper Mulberry Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Paper Mulberry →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Paper Mulberry can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Paper Mulberry Temperature Tolerance →

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🌱 Propagation

How to Propagate Paper Mulberry →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Paper Mulberry, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.