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Pocahontas Elderberry

Thick clusters of delicate white blossoms give way to plentiful purple-black berries that are perfect for homemade syrups, jams and wines. Even after the main shoot is ripe for picking, side shoots later produce even more of these antioxidant-rich berries for a plentiful extended growing season. Ideal for use as a hedge, focal point or mixed border, Pocahontas Elderberry has a strong tolerance for both drought and wet soils, making it easy to grow and maintain in different climates. A favorite of pollinators and birds, the elderberry fosters a vibrant ecosystem wherever it grows, and with deep roots in Native American history, it will honor a rich tradition that spans generations. Premiu m plant. Zones 4-9.

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2025 Spring Shipping Schedule
ZONE	Most Dormant Bareroot, Potted Perennials & Shrubs
3A-4A	4/28/25 - 5/30/25
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Botanical Name: Sambucus canadensis
Height: 7-15'
Spacing:7-15'
Depth:Plant in soil at the same level it is growing in the pot.
Spread:6-12'
Light Required:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollinator:Self fertile however will fruit better if another variety is planted nearby for pollination
Yield: 25 or more at maturity
Color: white
Size: Premium
Blooms: Late Spring, Early Summer, Mid Summer
Fruit: small black berries
Days To Maturity: 730-1461
Zone: 4-8

Form: Shrub
Flower Form: Large flat to slighty rounded clusters
Soil Requirements: Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Wet Soil, Sandy Soil
Growth Rate: Fast
Pruning: After second year, prune out dead or broken canes in early spring. Three year old canes should be pruned out annually in the following years.
Foliage: pinnately compound leaves