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Johns Elderberry
Sambucus canadensis 'John's'
Regular price
$19.99
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$19.99
Regular price
$0.00
per Plant - 5" Deep Pot
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Zones
3-9
ZONES
3-9
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Description
This is a named variety of our native shrub bred to produce broader, more dense clusters of noticeably larger edible fruits that are great for pies and wine-making. Vigorous plants grow to 10 feet tall, however they are not self-pollinating. It is recommended to have 1 Wild Elderberry for up to 12 Johns Elderberries for best pollination.
The Elderberries, Sambucus spp., have always been giant, white-flowering natives with blooms much like Queen Anne's Lace. There is one main species in North America, and another in Europe, both very tall plants. This Elderberry is an edible variety that boasts stunning, pure-white blooms followed by large berries. The Berries produced by this plant are a great source of vitamins and antioxidants for humans and are also very nutritious for animals. Plant this Elderberry for gorgeous blooms and plenty of berries to make your own jam!
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As soon as your order is placed you will receive a confirmation email. You will receive a second email the day your order ships telling you how it has been sent. Some perennials are shipped as potted plants, some as perennial roots packed in peat. The ‘Plant Information’ section describes how that item will ship. All perennials and fall-planted bulbs are packaged to withstand shipping and are fully-guaranteed. Please open upon receipt and follow the instructions included.
Perennials and fall-planted bulbs are shipped at the proper planting time for your Growing Zone. Perennial and fall-planted bulb orders will arrive separately from seeds. If your order requires more than one shipment and all items are shipping to the same address, there is no additional shipping charge. See our shipping information page for approximate ship dates and more detailed information. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service at (802) 227-7200 or contact us by email or chat.
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 6 reviews.
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Strong, healthy plant!
"My John's Elderberry from American Meadows arrived healthy with easy-to-follow planting instructions. It is growing beautifully. I plan to use the berries to dye my hair blue. I highly recommend American Meadows!"
I would buy these again, superior service staff.
"Both plants took off, 6" to four foot and producing flowers after only three months in their new home."
These plants have taken off!
"I bought 2 Elderberry plants, one has doubled in size and the other has tripled!"
Doing good!
"These are both doing really well in my yard, they are very small but should get big over the next few years. I'm excited for them because they bring in a lot of butterflies when they are blooming."
Great plant!
"I am very pleased with this plant. It is located against my fence and I purchased it because it is beneficial to wildlife. I will buy more. It looks beautiful even on 95 degree days."
Another excellent addition to my garden
"I received my Johns' Elderberry plant in excellent condition and ready for planting in early spring. I used it as a border plant. It has grown over four feet in this first season and is a beautiful strong healthy shrub. I couldn't be more satisfied with it."