Description Beautiful Day was selected for a very practical reason: it delivers the enjoyment of mulberries without the heavy staining associated with dark-fruited types. The fruit ripens to a pale white or cream tone and may develop a light pink blush as it matures. The berries are sweet when fully ripe, with a soft texture and gentle flavor that’s well suited to fresh eating. Because the fruit remains light in color, it’s also a natural fit for drying—yielding a clean, honeyed result without deep purple staining. Like many mulberries, Beautiful Day is vigorous and adaptable. Left unpruned, it can develop into a substantial tree, but it also tolerates hard annual pruning well, making it surprisingly manageable in home landscapes where size control matters. Overview White to pale mulberry with a light pink blush at ripeness Low-staining fruit compared to dark mulberries Sweet flavor for fresh eating and drying Fast-growing and productive once established Responds well to pruning for size management Growing Details Latin Name: Morus alba ’Beautiful Day’Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil (adaptable once established)Hardiness: USDA Zone 5–9Rootstock: Russian mulberry (Morus alba tatarica)Bearing Age: 1–3 yearsSize at Maturity: Typically 15–25 ft tall and wide without pruningFlowering: Spring; inconspicuous catkins (not showy)Ripening Time: Early to mid-summer; timing varies by climatePollination: Self-fertilePests & Diseases: Generally low-maintenance with few serious issuesYield: Productive once established; yields increase as the tree matures Additional Notes Grower’s Insight: Beautiful Day is often chosen for where it’s planted as much as how it tastes—near patios, paths, and living spaces where low staining matters. Regional Insight: Performs well in temperate regions including the Pacific Northwest; warmer summers tend to enhance sweetness and overall fruit quality. Harvest fruit fully ripe for best sweetness and texture. Fruit is delicate and best enjoyed fresh or processed soon after harvest. Explore more mulberries in our collection: Mulberry Trees
