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Sambucus canadenis 'Ranch'

Ranch Elderberry

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

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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!

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 & Maintenance 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.