{"product_id":"10-seeds-american-elderberry-sambucus-canadensis-fruit-shrub","title":"10 Seeds American Elderberry Sambucus canadensis Fruit Shrub","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmerican Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) is a hardy North American native shrub grown for its clusters of small white flowers and dark purple berries. It is a vigorous, multi-stemmed plant that adds a natural, informal look to gardens, hedgerows, and wildlife plantings. \u003cbr\u003e\n American Elderberry works well in native plant gardens, edible landscapes, and naturalized areas. The flowers and ripe berries are traditionally used in culinary preparations such as jams, jellies, pies, and beverages, while the shrub also provides cover and forage for birds and pollinators. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil and can reach 6 to 12 feet tall. \u003cbr\u003e\n Species: Sambucus canadensis \u003cbr\u003e\n Variety: American Elderberry \u003cbr\u003e\n Type: Deciduous shrub \u003cbr\u003e\n Plant_Habit: Multi-stemmed, upright, spreading \u003cbr\u003e\n Sun: Full sun to partial shade \u003cbr\u003e\n Soil: Moist, well-drained, loamy \u003cbr\u003e\n Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable \u003cbr\u003e\n Zones: 3-9 \u003cbr\u003e\n Germination: Cold stratification recommended for 60-90 days \u003cbr\u003e\n Sowing: Surface sow, lightly cover, keep moist \u003cbr\u003e\n Spacing: 6-10 feet apart \u003cbr\u003e\n Notes: Berries should be fully ripe before culinary use; flowers appear in early summer\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663408955528,"sku":"EXGA-1341","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_8c2e1407-352a-4c36-9334-fd393e1e3a2a.png?v=1791896956","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/10-seeds-american-elderberry-sambucus-canadensis-fruit-shrub","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}