American Elderberry

An easy-to-grow native plant, American Elderberry produces delicious berries and attracts birds, butterflies and wildlife. In early summer, this attractive shrub blooms with small white flowers in large, flattened clusters. By late summer, clusters of small, purple-black round berries form. The berries are high in antioxidants and are great for baked goods, preserves and wine. Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9. Each offer includes one dormant bare root plant measuring 18 inches long.

• Includes one 18 in. to 24 in. bareroot.
• For best results, grow in average, medium to wet, rich soil.
• Botanical name: sambucus canadensis.
• Grows best in full sun, partial shade.
• Blooms in early summer.
• Space plants approximately 10 ft. apart for best results.
• Reaches standard mature height of 10 ft. to 15 ft.