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Sambucus canadensis 'Ranch'

Elderberry



  • Vigorous and easy to grow
  • White blooms in May
  • Heavy producer in August
  • Perfect for use in wines and jams
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Edible
Edible
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance
Vigorous
Vigorous
Deer Resistant
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Full Sun



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Grows best in full sun with average, well-drained soil. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Prune in late winter before new growth occurs to control size and form. Requires pollination from another variety for fruit set.


Height: 4-6 ft
Spread: 4-6 ft
Price Level 1: $49.99~#3
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 3-8
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Edible
  • Border or Bed
  • Low Maintenance
  • Container
  • Vigorous

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Spring

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Songbirds
  • Attracts Pollinators
  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water
  • Moist, Well-Drained