{"product_id":"sambucus-nigra-black-elderberry-5-gallon","title":"Sambucus Nigra - Black Elderberry (5 Gallon)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eAdd beauty, wildlife value, and fast-growing greenery to your garden with \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Elderberry (\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSambucus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This vigorous, deciduous shrub or small tree is easy to grow and valued for its lush foliage, showy summer flowers, and clusters of dark purple to nearly black berries that appear in late autumn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eIn summer, abundant, broad clusters of creamy-white to pale yellow flowers brighten the branches and attract beneficial insects. As the season progresses, these blooms develop into drooping clusters of dark berries that provide an important food source for fruit-eating birds and other wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eNative to western North America, from Oregon south to Baja California and east to western Texas, this adaptable plant is a wonderful choice for naturalistic gardens, wildlife habitats, and informal landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSambucus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Elderberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous shrub or small tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Western North America, from Oregon to Baja California and western Texas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can reach approximately 15 feet or more under favorable growing conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Broad, flat clusters of creamy-white to pale yellow blossoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drooping clusters of dark purple to black berries in late summer through autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Berries provide food for fruit-eating birds and other wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adoxaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eGrowing \u0026amp; Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows well in a sunny to partially shaded location. Adequate sunlight encourages vigorous growth and abundant flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable to a range of garden soils. For best results, plant in reasonably fertile soil with good drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Appreciates regular watering, particularly during establishment and periods of active growth. Once established, it can tolerate some summer drought, although occasional deep watering helps maintain healthy growth in dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune to encourage branching, maintain a balanced shape, and prevent the plant from becoming overly loose or rangy. Remove dead or damaged branches as needed and shape the plant during its dormant season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black elderberry is exceptionally vigorous. A young plant started in a one-gallon container may reach approximately 15 feet within three years under favorable growing conditions, so allow plenty of room for its mature size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Wildlife Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eBlack elderberry is a versatile addition to gardens designed to support local wildlife while providing seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces berries that feed fruit-eating birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturalistic Landscapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its vigorous growth creates a lush, informal appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHabitat Plantings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides seasonal flowers and fruit for wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Screening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can develop into a substantial shrub or small tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative Plant Gardens:\u003c\/strong\u003e A valuable option for suitable western North American landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003eA Rewarding Plant for Wildlife-Friendly Gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eWith its rapid growth, abundant summer blooms, and autumn berries, Black Elderberry offers multiple seasons of interest and ecological value. Give it room to grow, provide regular water while it establishes, and prune occasionally to maintain a strong, attractive form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA wonderful choice for gardeners looking to create a lush, wildlife-friendly landscape with a fast-growing shrub or small tree.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: Raw elderberry parts, including unripe berries, leaves, stems, and seeds, can contain compounds that cause illness if ingested. 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