Common Caragana vs Russian White Mulberry - TreeTime.ca

Common Caragana vs Russian White Mulberry

Morus alba tatarica

Caragana arborescens

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Russian White Mulberry
Common Caragana

Russian White Mulberry is a cold hardy and adaptable tree. It is a great choice for the impatient gardener as it reaches its mature height in a short period of time and has an attractive, dense, and rounded form.

Odd looking berries are produced among a backdrop of glossy, deep green foliage. The blackberry-esque berries ripen slowly over the season, ranging in color from white, pink, and purple-violet. While the berries are not well regarded for fresh eating, they have made tasty jams and preserves.

Common Caragana is a fast growing shrub that's known for its exceptional hardiness and drought tolerance. Although it's most commonly planted in shelterbelts, Common Caragana is also an excellent hedge or feature shrub.

Note: in warmer areas, this species can be difficult to contain once planted. Use the right plant in the right place.

Russian White Mulberry Quick Facts

Common Caragana Quick Facts

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Zone: 4a
Zone: 1b
Height: 9 m (30 ft)
Height: 4 m (13 ft)
Spread: 9 m (30 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Moisture: any
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Berries: white, tart, nutritious and sweet
Flavor: light sweet taste
Flowers: white
Flowers: yellow, in spring
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none


In row spacing: 0.3 m (1.0 ft)
Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)


Other Names: black karagana, caragana, pea tree, siberian pea shrub, yellow acacia