Cooke’s Pakistan mulberry (Morus macroura ‘Cooke’s Pakistan’) is a highly prized, large-fruited mulberry variety known for its exceptional sweetness, elongated fruit, and strong performance in warm climates. The fruit is very large—often 3 to 5 inches long—slender, and deep red to dark purple when fully ripe. The flavor is intensely sweet with low acidity, rich and berry-like, making it outstanding for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves. The fruit is soft and juicy when ripe and should be harvested carefully to avoid bruising.
The tree is vigorous and fast growing, forming a medium to large shade tree with broad, lush green foliage. Cooke’s Pakistan mulberry thrives in hot climates and is well suited to desert and low-chill regions. It is drought tolerant once established, adaptable to a wide range of soils, and generally low maintenance. Fruit ripens over an extended period in late spring to early summer, providing a prolonged harvest. In addition to its heavy production and superior fruit quality, the tree offers ornamental value and summer shade, making it an excellent choice for home orchards and edible landscapes.