Bare-root Tree & Shrub Sale
Shrubs
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American Elderberry
(Sambucus conadensis)
A large native shrub that is preferred species for wildlife habitat and shelter belts in moist areas. Fruit is used in jellies and syrup. It is a very decorative shrub with prominent clusters of white flowers that bloom later than most shrubs. Fruits ripen from late July into September.
Purchase size: 12-18 inches
Price/5: $11.00
Price/10: $17.00
Growth rate: rapid
Average height: 5-10 feet
Hardiness: Zone 3
Site requirements: Elderberry does best in a medium textured, slightly acidic soil. They can be somewhat drought tolerant once established. They need to be in sun and are intolerant to alkaline soils.