American Elderberry – Sambucus canadensis 5 Bare Root Starter Shrubs | 12–24 Inches Tall | Native Edible Berry Plant | Easy to Grow

Grow your own native edible landscape with 5 live American Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) bare root starter shrubs, each measuring approximately 12–24 inches tall. This fast-growing native shrub is prized for its fragrant white flower clusters that bloom in early summer, followed by dark purple to black elderberries that are valued for homemade syrups, jams, jellies, wines, and wildlife habitat. American Elderberry is an excellent addition to edible gardens, pollinator landscapes, hedgerows, and naturalized plantings.

Your starter shrubs ship bare root with no pot, carefully packaged to help ensure healthy arrival and successful transplanting. You will receive healthy rooted plants similar in size and condition to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:

✔️ 5 live American Elderberry bare root starter shrubs
✔️ Height: approximately 12–24 inches (6–12 inches minimum)
✔️ Ships bare root (no nursery pot)
✔️ Healthy, rooted plants
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: American Elderberry
Botanical Name: Sambucus canadensis
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Bare root starter shrubs
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist while establishing
Mature Height: 5–12 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 3–9
Container Friendly: Yes, while young

💡 Care Tip: Soak the bare roots in water for several hours before planting. Choose a location with moist, fertile soil and regular watering during establishment. For the best fruit production, consider planting two or more elderberry varieties nearby to improve cross-pollination and increase berry yields.