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Sambucus canadensis 'Wyldewood'

Also Known As

  • Sambucus x canadensis 'Wyldewood'
  • Wyldewood American Elderberry

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-10'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

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Sambucus canadensis 'Wyldewood' plant details

Sambucus canadensis 'Wyldewood' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by black and purple fruit. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sambucus canadensis 'Wyldewood'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: adoxaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sambucus canadensis 'Wyldewood'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Wyldewood' is a new American Elderberry hybrid with high yields and superior fruit production from its immense flower heads that often reach up to 12" across. 'Wyldewood' needs to be cross-pollinated and we recommend 'Bob Gordon.' Elderberry is well known as an ingredient in wines and jams but now the medicinal world has reported the use of elderberry helps mitigate colds and flu virus because of its antiviral properties. It is also a great source of vitamin C and has been used for antibacterial properties as well.

Gardening facts about Sambucus canadensis 'Wyldewood' plant

How to Grow Sambucus canadensis 'Wyldewood'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Fruit

    • purple
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

4a-10b

Size

Height: 12'-20'

Width: 6'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

4a-10b

Size

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 6'-12'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 12'

Width: 4'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-8'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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