Q&A – I have a tree growing in my yard. What is it? -A: Mulberry

Question:
I have a tree growing in my yard. What is it? -A: Mulberry
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Answer:
This is a leaf from a mulberry tree. Mulberries produce fruit that looks similar to blackberries. The fruit is edible, however people usually don’t eat the fruit which leaves it for the birds to enjoy. The leaves can be several different shapes and the tree can reach about 40 feet tall.
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