White elderberry
Scientific name :
Sambucus canadensis
Light Requirements :
Sun, Partial shade
Height :
2 to 3 m
Width :
2 to 3 m
Color :
White, Green
Watering :
Prefers moist soils. Adapts to various growing conditions.
Maintenance :
Prune the dead branches in the spring. Regularly removing the larger branches when the shrub is mature will help maintain a lush appearance.
Bloom Time :
Late spring
Hardiness :
3
Description :
The white elder is a fast-growing native shrub. The compound leaves are dark green. It sends out long canes from the ground , to form a clump that flares at the top. In June , the large white flowers produce heavy clusters of fruits that turn purple , almost black. They are used to make syrup , jams , spirits. Birds also enjoy them. It is a shrub that is at its best in large gardens. Its rooting is deep.
Recommended products :
Planting Mix Planting Mix
Solmer® Compost Solmer® Compost
Mineral fertilizer for deciduous and coniferous trees Mineral fertilizer for deciduous and coniferous trees
Natural Fertilizer Plant Starter with Bone Meal Natural Fertilizer Plant Starter with Bone Meal
Garden Soil Garden Soil
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