This Elderberry is a valued native small-tree or large shrub, growing readily in North America and Britain. Berries are dark and plentiful. Spring flowers are also quite attractive, forming white masses.

Type: Large shrub or small tree

Height: 2-5 meters. Plants can be pruned to remain as a small shrub, or left to grow to a very small tree.

Location: Sun or part sun

Hardiness zones: 3-9

Bloom time: Spring, followed by berries in summer.

Seeds per pack: 10

Note: Ornamental use only. These seeds and/or plants are poisonous.

Germination: Start these seeds right away to preserve viability, no matter the time of year. Sow the seeds just under the surface of a sterile seed-start mix, and water in. Then cover them with plastic and place in a fridge for 5-6 weeks. Be sure they stay moist. After the cold stratification period they are then brought back to room temperature for them to germinate. Germination is in 14-60 days after the warming period. If possible, the best location for sowing in March, April and May, is in cold frame or a cold greenhouse where they will receive the cold period and fluctuating temperatures naturally.