fruit tree variety in zone 8a
Illinois Everbearing mulberry in zone 8a
Illinois Everbearing · Morus species
- Zone
- 8a 10°F to 15°F
- Growing season
- 240 days
- Chill needed
- 400 to 600 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 90
The verdict
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About Illinois Everbearing
Sweet with a hint of tart, dark purple-black; rich berry flavor. Fresh eating, jam, baking, smoothies. Long fruiting period (6-8 weeks). Productive hybrid.
Critical timing for zone 8a
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Common challenges in zone 8a
- ▸ Insufficient chill hours for some apple varieties
- ▸ Pierce's disease in grapes
- ▸ Heat stress on cool-season crops
Modified care for zone 8a
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Illinois Everbearing in adjacent zones
Other mulberry varieties for zone 8a
Frequently asked questions
- Will Illinois Everbearing mulberry grow in zone 8a?
Yes. Illinois Everbearing is recommended for USDA zones 4b through 8a, which includes zone 8a.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 8a?
Mulberry needs 400 to 600 chill hours. Zone 8a typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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Image: "Morus alba fruits", by B.navez, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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