Elderberry
Medium-sized, woody, deciduous shrub that produces fragrant white flowers that bloom from mid-summer to July. Sweet berries ripen in late summer and leaves turn deep burgundy in the fall.
Variety Offered
Sambucus
Sambucus
Sweet clusters of dark purple/black berries ripen in late summer commonly used for medicinal purposes. Large white flowers bloom, smelling like honey or lemon. The leaves provide a great nesting site for songbirds.Sun Exposure: Full Sun or Partial Shade
Water Use: Regular
Soil: Well Drained, Humusy, Moist
Hardiness Zone(s): 3-9
Mature Size: 5’ to 12’ tall and wide
Water Use: Regular
Soil: Well Drained, Humusy, Moist
Hardiness Zone(s): 3-9
Mature Size: 5’ to 12’ tall and wide
Planting Instructions: Dig hole big enough to allow 12” of fill soil between root ball and the sides of the hole. Install the plant so that the top of the root ball is slightly higher than existing soil grade. Backfill with topsoil and water heavily to eliminate air pockets.