02: Deciduous Shrubs, Sambucus
American Elder
Sambucus canadensis
Description: A fast growing native multistem shrub that flowers in June-July. Purple-black fruit attracts birds and is used to make jellies. Excellent for naturalizing. Does well in moist soil.
Zone: 3 Height at Maturity: 3m
Sizes Available: 50cm - 100cm
02: Deciduous Shrubs, Sambucus
Golden Elder
Sambucus canadensis “Aurea”
Description: A large native shrub with bright golden foliage in full sun.
Zone: 3-9 Height at Maturity: 2.5m
Sizes Available: 50cm - 100cm
02: Deciduous Shrubs, Sambucus
Elderberry
Sambucus canadensis “Maxima”
Description: Native selection with large white flowers.
Zone: 2b-9 Height at Maturity: 4m
Sizes Available: 60cm - 100cm
02: Deciduous Shrubs, Sambucus
Black Beauty Elderberry
Sambucus nigra “Gerda”
Description: Dark black foliage that intensifies in colour during the season. An abundance of large pink flowers with a lemon scent in late spring.
Zone: 5 Height at Maturity: 2.5m
Sizes Available: 40cm - 50cm
02: Deciduous Shrubs, Sambucus
Scarlet Elder
Sambucus pubens
Description: Yellowish-white flowers are followed by fruit that is attractive to birds but inedible for humans.
Zone: 3 Height at Maturity: 3m
Sizes Available: 50cm - 100cm
02: Deciduous Shrubs, Sambucus
European Red Elder
Sambucus racemosa
Description: Yellowish-white flowers, followed by scarlet fruit that is attractive to birds.
Zone: 3 Height at Maturity: 2m
Sizes Available: 40cm - 50cm