Black Elderberries have intensely flavored fruit with a rich aroma. .. are extremely hardy and are practically pest free. You will receive two varieties for better pollination.

Shipped dormant without leaves in fall and winter and with leaves in spring and summer.

You are buying two varieties of The American Black Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis)

Bob Gordon Sambucus canadensis

York Sambucus canadensis

Were 12"-20" tall plants, but have been pruned to promote bushy growth .. Ships rooted in soil in 2 separate 4 inch deep pots.

 Elderberries have intensely flavored fruit with a rich aroma. .. are extremely hardy and are practically pest free. You will receive two varieties for better pollination. The berries are recognized by the USDA Database for Flavonoid Content of Selected Foods' as a super fruit. Berries also have high concentrations of vitamin C.  All parts of the plant contains toxic alkaloids. Berries should be cooked before eating which makes them safe to eat. Used in jams, preserves, pies,  syrups and wine. Attracts birds and butterflies.

 Bob Gordon and York will pollinate each other to insure abundant fruit...up to 30 pounds of berries for a mature plant.  Both varieties will grow to 6-12 foot tall. Likes full or 3/4 full sun.

 York Elderberries has large creamy white flowers and the largest berries of any elderberry. Sweet juicy, purple/black berries are great for jelly, juice, pie and wine. Will bear 2 - 3 years after planting. Grows in USDA zones 3 - 9. Colorful fall foliage.

Bob Gordon Elderberry is a prolific berry producer, with berries that grow upright, reducing the risk of berry drop and making harvesting easier. Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9. Has a higher sugar content and rich flavor.

Scenic Hill Farm is a licensed Oregon Nursery.

Ships UPS 3 day select.