American Elderberry Live Plant | 12 Inches Tall | Includes Quart Pot | Edible Berry Shrub | Garden & Landscape Friendly

Grow your own delicious berries with this 12-inch Live American Elderberry plant, shipped in a quart nursery pot and ready for planting. This fast-growing shrub or small tree produces clusters of fragrant yellowish-white flowers in summer followed by dark purple edible berries that are popular for jams, jellies, syrups, pies, and wine. Ideal for edible landscapes, wildlife gardens, and backyard orchards, American Elderberry also provides beautiful seasonal interest. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live American Elderberry plant
✔️ Height: approximately 12 inches
✔️ Shipped in a quart nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, well-rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: American Elderberry
Botanical Name: Sambucus canadensis
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Partial sun (4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily)
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate to regular; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
Mature Height: 5–12 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 3–8
Container Friendly: Yes (when young)

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a location with partial sun and water regularly during the first growing season to establish strong roots. Apply mulch around the base to help retain moisture, and prune annually to maintain shape and encourage healthy fruit production.