Native Elderberry Cuttings - 12 Unrooted Sambucus canadensis - High Yield Deciduous Shrub for Wildlife Gardens & Hedgerows

Native Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) is a vigorous deciduous shrub valued for its broad white flower clusters and abundant dark berry production. It is widely planted in naturalized landscapes, wildlife gardens, and hedgerows. This North American native species is well adapted to cold climates and moist soils.

This North American native species is well adapted to cold climates and moist soils.

🌱 What You’ll Receive

• 12 Cuttings
• Unrooted cuttings

🌿 Plant Overview

Sambucus canadensis is a fast-growing, multi-stem deciduous shrub native to much of North America. It produces large, flat-topped clusters of small white flowers in early to mid-summer, followed by dark purple to black berry clusters.

It performs especially well in moist, low-lying areas and is commonly planted in Zones 4–8.

🌸 Characteristics

• Deciduous native shrub
• Broad clusters of white flowers
• Dark purple-black fruit clusters
• Multi-stem, spreading growth habit
• Suitable for hedgerows and wildlife plantings

Mature size typically ranges from 6–12 feet depending on growing conditions.

🌞 Sunlight

Full Sun to Partial Shade

🌱 Soil

Prefers moist, well-draining soil; tolerates low-lying and damp areas

💧 Water

Moderate to High; prefers consistent moisture during establishment

Common Name: Native Elderberry
Scientific Name: Sambucus canadensis
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering: Moderate to High
Soil: Moist, Well-draining
Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Growth Habit: Multi-stem, spreading
Format: Unrooted cuttings