Sambucus canadenis ''Ranch''

Ranch Elderberry

  • Deer resistant
  • Tolerant of infertile soils
  • Vigorous and easy to grow
  • Bountiful Elderberry harvest
  • Attracts birds, butterflies, and pollinators

Purchase options for Ranch Elderberry

  • Size: #3 12-15"
  • Status: BeautiFULL
  • Availability: In Stock

$62.00

This compact powerhouse will stun you with the amount of fruit it's rounded frame will carry in August following a bravura show of white bloom on flattened heads in late May. Ideal for home gardens due to it's compact stature. Possibly the heaviest fruiting selection of all Elderberry. Perfect for use in wines & jams. Birds love it's black fruit so be sure you cover to keep some for yourself!

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Attributes
• Border or Bed
• Container
• Edible
Foliage Color
• Green
Maintenance and Care
• Vigorous
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Songbirds
• Supports Bees
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Flower Color
• White
Season of Interest (Flowering)
• Late Spring
• Early Summer
Exposure
• Full Sun
Habit
• Compact
• Upright
Soil Moisture
• Average Water
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing Tips for Sambucus canadenis ''Ranch''

Grows best in full sun with average, well-drained soil. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Prune in late winter before new growth occurs to control size and form. Requires pollination from another variety for fruit set.