Every garden tells a story, each plant playing its part in the tale. Allow us to introduce a new character into your garden's narrative - the enchanting Sambucus Canadensis, also known as American Elderberry. This alluring species not only contributes an aesthetic appeal to your space but also brings a host of practical benefits. Embark on a journey of botanical exploration and let your garden be the canvas.
The Sambucus Canadensis is an enduring symbol of natural beauty and resilience. Its stunning clusters of white flowers, set against rich green foliage, provide an alluring visual spectacle in the spring and summer. As the seasons change, these blossoms give way to clusters of deep purple berries, adding a dynamic and vibrant edge to the autumnal garden landscape.
A garden is not just a collection of plants; it's a dynamic ecosystem teeming with life. The Sambucus Canadensis is a wonderful addition to your garden in this respect, attracting a variety of pollinators and serving as a food source for birds. Planting this shrub enhances biodiversity, encouraging a harmonious balance in your garden's ecosystem.
Besides its ornamental features, the Sambucus Canadensis carries a rich tradition of practical use. The berries, once fully ripe, can be transformed into delectable jellies, wines, syrups, and even contribute to homemade herbal remedies. For those interested in the concept of a productive garden, this plant offers a unique opportunity.
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🎯 Please Note: The photos represent plants in various stages of growth and are not indicative of the exact plant you will receive. Our focus is on the potential of the plants to thrive, not their size at the time of sale. We seed multiple times throughout the season, so depending on the year, plants may be dormant, small, or just starting to grow. If your plants do not flourish, please contact us for a refund or replacement.
Fast-growing: You won't have to wait long to see the results of your green thumb. Our elderberry plugs are ready to provide quick growth for an immediate visual impact.
Hardy: Able to withstand a variety of weather conditions, Sambucus Canadensis is a rugged addition to your garden, surviving well in USDA zones 3-9.
Beneficial for local wildlife: The fragrant flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, while the berries serve as a food source for birds.
Edible and Medicinal: The berries of the Sambucus Canadensis are commonly used in jams, jellies, wines, and herbal remedies, adding a practical side to this beautiful plant.
Attractive Aesthetic: The plant boasts beautiful white flowers in the spring and summer, which transition to deep purple berries in late summer and fall, providing year-round visual interest.
Planting Instructions
- Hardiness Zones: 3-9
- Sunlight: Full Sun to Part Shade
- Season of Interest: Summer, Fall
- Life Cycle: Perennial
- Bloom Time: June to July
- Bloom Color: White
- Height: 5'-12'
- Spread: 5'-12'
- Water Needs: Medium
- Maintenance: Low
- Soil Type: Loam, Sand, Clay
- Soil pH: Acid, Neutral
- Soil Drainage: Moist but Well Drained
Shipping Information:
We don't want you to have any worries about your plant when it ships! We are a fresh to order nursery so we have no stock on the shelf. This is to allow us to provide you with the healthiest plants we possibly can! We collect and send out plants Monday and Tuesday so they won’t get stuck in the mail over the weekend. We label each species of plants individually with their scientific and common name. We fill the excess space in the package with air pillows and packing paper to prevent the plants from receiving damage during shipping.
Carbon Emission Statement:
We carbon-offset by using recycled boxes and packing material from our local area whenever we can, and as much as we can! As a Fresh-To-Order Nursery it's part of the job to try helping ensure that Earth lasts for generations ahead. While providing beautiful plants in these areas also requires taking care of the plants that grow there. Harvesting only occurs on acres pure untouched marsh or wetlands which provide habitats for wildlife, both now and hopefully for many years to come! It is our mission to preserve these areas.