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| Latin Name | Sambucus canadensis |
| Hardiness Zone | 3 |
| Height | 8-10 ft |
| Spread | 5-7 ft |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Average Time to Bear Fruit | 3 Years |
| Harvest Time | September |
| Soil | Adaptable to most except waterlogged or in very dry soils will need supplemental irrigation |
| Flower Time | July |
| Pollination | Self fertile but will produce more berries with other Elderberry cultivars nearby |
Growing Tips
Elderberry is a tenacious grower, and is quite vigorous. It can grow several feet in a year and appreciates well drained soils with good moisture. They will spread horizontally if allowed. They produce the most berries in full sun although they will still have decent production in shadier contexts. We like adding compost and wood chips every year or two. It will tolerate clay soils provided they are loosened, amended, and well drained. They are self fertile but will benefit and produce more fruit with other elderberry cultivars nearby. After establishment, it benefits from renewal pruning or coppicing.
More About Elderberry 'Scotia'
Elderberry is an amazing shrub, offering so much to birds, pollinators, and our immune systems. It has medicinal anti-viral compounds that make it one of the best remedies in cold and flu season. The berries are delicious when processed and should be cooked before eating. They make great syrup, jelly, pie, and wine. The flowers are also edible and are great in a summer cooling tea, and the berries are loved by birds. Hardy to zone 3 and will grow to a maximum height of 12 ft. This shrub doesn’t mind wet feet but will also grow ferociously in regular garden soil!