A hardy, low maintenance native. Fast growing, especially in moist areas, with beautiful white flowers in spring and edible purple-black fruit in fall. Fruit can be used to make preserves, wine, and herbal remedies. Fantastic food source for wildlife. Typically self-fertile, but plant two for best fruit production.
- Secondary Name:
- American Elderberry
- Plant Type:
- Fruit & Nut Small Plants
- Hardiness Zone:
- ZONE 3
- Native:
- Vermont
- Sun Exposure:
- SUN/PT SHADE
- Ultimate Plant Height:
- HT 5-12'
- Ultimate Spread:
- SP 5-12'
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