Elderberry, American Black (Sambucus canadensis) - 50 Seeds | Seed Therapy – Heirloom Garden Seeds
Elderberry, American Black (Sambucus canadensis) - 50 Seeds | Seed Therapy – Heirloom Garden Seeds
Elderberry, American Black (Sambucus canadensis) - 50 Seeds | Seed Therapy – Heirloom Garden Seeds
Elderberry, American Black (Sambucus canadensis) - 50 Seeds | Seed Therapy – Heirloom Garden Seeds
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Elderberry, American Black (Sambucus canadensis) - 50 Seeds

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Grow a beloved North American native with our American Black Elderberry seeds. This hardy perennial shrub is a true four-season asset to the landscape, offering large, fragrant, lace-like clusters of white flowers in the spring. By late summer, these give way to heavy clusters of dark purple-black berries. The fruit is prized in the kitchen for making delicious homemade syrups, jellies, and wines. A fast grower, it's perfect for creating a natural hedge and is a favorite food source for songbirds.

⭐ What you'll love

  • Large, beautiful clusters of fragrant white flowers are perfect for pollinators.
  • Produces an abundance of dark berries prized for making syrups, jellies, and wine.
  • A magnet for wildlife, providing an essential food source for dozens of bird species.
  • A fast-growing and hardy shrub, ideal for creating privacy hedges or screens.

🌿 Seed details

  • Plant Name: American Black Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis)
  • Seed Quantity: Approx. 50 seeds
  • Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
  • Lifecycle: Perennial Shrub
  • USDA Zone: 3-9
  • Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

  • Stratification (Required): Unless sowing outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period, seeds require 90 days of cold stratification in the refrigerator.
  • Sowing: After stratifying, sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in a prepared bed or pots.
  • Spacing: Space plants 6-10 feet apart, as they will grow into large shrubs.
  • Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
  • Soil: Prefers moist, well-draining soil.
  • Note: Berries should be cooked before consumption.

✅ Our seed packets

  • Professionally designed and made.
  • Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
  • Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
  • Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
  • Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
  • Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

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