





American Elderberry
USDA Zones: 3–9
Height/Spread: 5–12 ft tall × 6–10 ft wide
Foliage: Pinnate green leaves with serrated edges
Flowers: Large, flat-topped white flower clusters (6–10") in early to mid-summer
Fruit: Small, deep purple-black berries in late summer; loved by birds and used for jellies, wine, syrup (must be cooked before eating)
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, tolerates wet conditions
Water: Moderate to high (prefers consistent moisture)
Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Uses: Hedgerows, wildlife gardens, edible landscapes, rain gardens
USDA Zones: 3–9
Height/Spread: 5–12 ft tall × 6–10 ft wide
Foliage: Pinnate green leaves with serrated edges
Flowers: Large, flat-topped white flower clusters (6–10") in early to mid-summer
Fruit: Small, deep purple-black berries in late summer; loved by birds and used for jellies, wine, syrup (must be cooked before eating)
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained, tolerates wet conditions
Water: Moderate to high (prefers consistent moisture)
Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Uses: Hedgerows, wildlife gardens, edible landscapes, rain gardens