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Elderberry

Sambucus Canadensis

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Overview

Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis), a versatile North American native, features clusters of small white-to-cream flowers in spring, which mature into dark purple berries coveted by wildlife. This deciduous shrub grows to 5-12 feet high and wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade. It adapts to a range of soil conditions, preferring moist, well-drained sites. Ideal for naturalized settings, it offers culinary value and supports pollinators. Zones 3-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater High, MediumZones 3–9Climate Alpine, Temperate
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — a versatile North American native

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Mature width
5–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Caprifoliaceae
Climate
Alpine, Temperate

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Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — while also providing potential edible yields for the homeowner; which mature into dark purple berries coveted by, image 78
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — but can benefit from occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage fruit production; elderberry shrubs, image 75
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — Incorporating elderberries in a garden invites a host of ecological benefits; by late summer to early fall, image 76
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — They are relatively low-maintenance; features clusters of small white-to-cream flowers in spring, image 74
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — attracting beneficial insects and wildlife, image 77
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — and wines.<br><br>Elderberry plants prefer a location with full sun to partial shade and moist; incorporating, image 73
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — shrub with white blooms; dark purple to black berries, image 80
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — white flowers in the garden; the plant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 through 9, image 79
Elderberry (Sambucus Canadensis) — shrub for full or half; while also providing potential edible yields for the homeowner, image 81

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