American Elderberry Plant – Rooted Starter Shrub Sambucus canadensis | Zones 4–9

About This Plant

American Elderberry is a fruiting deciduous shrub (Sambucus canadensis) sold as a dormant rooted starter plant. It features fragrant white blossoms in clusters and dark purple-black berries that are commonly used for syrups, jams, wines, and more after cooking. This vigorous, multi-stemmed shrub is native, pollinator-friendly, and valued for wildlife habitat and edible fruit.

What You Will Receive

✔️ 1 rooted American Elderberry starter plant
✔️ Healthy live edible berry shrub
✔️ Native fruiting elderberry variety (Sambucus canadensis)
✔️ Naturally grown pesticide-free plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe shipping

Growing Information

• Common Name: American Elderberry
• Botanical Name: Sambucus canadensis
• Plant Type: Fruiting deciduous shrub
• Growth Stage: Dormant rooted starter plant
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist fertile well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate to consistent moisture
• Mature Height: Approximately 5–12 feet
• Growth Habit: Upright spreading shrub
• Bloom Color: Fragrant white flowers
• Fruit Color: Purple-black
• Fruit Flavor: Pleasant flavor after cooking
• Harvest Season: Late July through September
• Time to Fruit: Approximately 1–2 years
• Special Features: Pollinator friendly, wildlife value, native edible plant
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Pollination: Improved fruiting with multiple plants nearby

⚠️ Important: Elderberries should be cooked before consumption. Raw berries, stems, and seeds should not be eaten.

💡 Care Tip: Plant multiple elderberry shrubs together for heavier fruit production and improved pollination. Prune older canes periodically to encourage vigorous new fruiting growth.