Black Elderberry
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ORDERS PLACED NOW ARE FOR FALL 2025 AND ARE SHIPPED AT THE OPTIMUM TIME TO PLANT IN YOUR REGION FROM AUG-DEC
Shipments to Northern states like MI and WI will go out Aug-Sep and we will work our way South as the weather cools. We'll finish up in the South in states like GA and FL in Nov-Dec. A notification will be sent via email prior to shipment with tracking info.
For more exact timing based on your location please see our color coded Shipping Date Map
Trees are covered by our Survival Guarantee as long as you protect them with a tree tube and follow warranty conditions. See full warranty conditions here: Survival Guarantee
Mycorrhizae is a beneficial soil fungus that grows on the roots of your trees and helps them take up water and nutrients more effectively. Similar to inoculating plants like beans and peas prior to planting. If you select this option we will include a packet of mycorrhizae granules with your trees. Just sprinkle in the hole prior to planting and you're good to go. We don't plant anything here at the farm without using it ourselves!
When you buy from us you can rest assured that you're going to end up with a healthy growing tree come spring. We guarantee that all our trees will emerge from dormancy so you don't have to worry about spending your money on something that may or may not bud out come spring. Just follow the recommendations in our planting instructions and your tree is covered.
You must protect your trees with one of our tree tubes for this guarantee to apply.
For all details and conditions, see here: Survival Guarantee
Orders placed now are for Fall 2025 shipment
Fall trees are containerized trees. They are removed from their containers prior to shipment. These orders will ship at the proper time for planting in your region from Aug-Dec. See our Shipping Date Map to see exactly when orders will ship to your state.
Strictly speaking elderberries are shrubs not trees but they have tremendous value as both a conservation planting and for human use as well. Black Elderberries produce large clusters of dark black/purple berries that are a great food source for songbirds, quail, pheasants, and even deer. The shrubs themselves provide excellent cover for small animals like quail and rabbits. Elderberries make great additions when trying to manage for old field or edge style habitat. Elderberries can reach approx. 6-12ft tall at maturity.
The elderberry plant also used widely for medicinal purposes as they are extremely high in nutrients, vitamins, and antioxidants. While we don’t give out medical advice, we know many people swear by this plant to help boost their health. Always consult a physician before making any medical decisions.
Drop time: Aug-Sept
Growing zones: 4-9
Soil type: Adapts well to most soils but does great in rich moist soils
pH: 5.0-7.0
Sun: Full sun- partial shade
Pollination: Need at least 2 for pollination
Size when shipped: 1yr old approx. 16-36in
Spacing: 10-12ft
