{"product_id":"2-elderberry-live-plants-2-ft-tall-sambucus-berry-shrub-for-garden-wildlife-hedge","title":"2 Elderberry Live Plants 2 ft Tall - Sambucus Berry Shrub for Garden Wildlife Hedge","description":"\u003cp\u003eElderberry (Sambucus) is a fast-growing deciduous shrub prized for its clusters of small white flowers in late spring and its dark, berry-like fruit that ripens in late summer. These live plants arrive at approximately 2 feet tall, ready to establish in the garden. Elderberry shrubs bring a natural, woodland feel to the landscape and are a favorite for wildlife-friendly hedges, hedgerows, and mixed borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith their arching branches and textured green foliage, elderberries work well as a backdrop planting, a seasonal screen, or part of a pollinator and bird-friendly garden. The flowers attract pollinators, while the fruit is enjoyed by birds and other wildlife. Two plants are included, which is helpful since elderberries generally produce better fruit set when more than one variety or plant is grown nearby for cross-pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeciduous shrub with clusters of small white flowers in late spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces dark berry-like fruit in late summer when established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive to pollinators and wildlife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks well in hedges, hedgerows, and mixed borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrives as live plants approximately 2 feet tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sambucus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous flowering and fruiting shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist, especially while establishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright to arching shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark berry-like fruit ripening in late summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny to partially shaded location with moist, well-drained soil. Dig a hole slightly wider and no deeper than the root ball, set the plant at the same depth it was growing in its container, and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season to help roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpace plants according to their mature size to allow good air circulation. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch a few inches away from the stems. Prune lightly as needed to shape the shrub or remove dead or damaged wood. Elderberries benefit from nearby companion plants for improved pollination and fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes 2 live elderberry plants, each approximately 2 feet tall.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67862003056950,"sku":"FSG-035","price":148.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7925366899_m3xk.jpg?v=1793267521","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/2-elderberry-live-plants-2-ft-tall-sambucus-berry-shrub-for-garden-wildlife-hedge","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}