Grow a beloved North American native with our American Black Elderberry seeds. This hardy perennial shrub is a true four-season asset to the landscape, offering large, fragrant, lace-like clusters of white flowers in the spring. By late summer, these give way to heavy clusters of dark purple-black berries. The fruit is prized in the kitchen for making delicious homemade syrups, jellies, and wines. A fast grower, it\’s perfect for creating a natural hedge and is a favorite food source for songbirds.

What you\’ll love

• Large, beautiful clusters of fragrant white flowers are perfect for pollinators.
• Produces an abundance of dark berries prized for making syrups, jellies, and wine.
• A magnet for wildlife, providing an essential food source for dozens of bird species.
• A fast-growing and hardy shrub, ideal for creating privacy hedges or screens.

Seed details

• Plant Name: American Black Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Perennial Shrub
• USDA Zone: 3-9
• Origin: American Grown

Growing instructions

• Stratification (Required): Unless sowing outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period, seeds require 90 days of cold stratification in the refrigerator.
• Sowing: After stratifying, sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in a prepared bed or pots.
• Spacing: Space plants 6-10 feet apart, as they will grow into large shrubs.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-draining soil.
• Note: Berries should be cooked before consumption.

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