Isabella Elderberry

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Sambucus canadensis - Isabella

Isabella is a chance seedling that grew up at the nursery. It produces large clusters of fruit, is highly productive, and ripens a little earlier than other varieties of Sambucus canadensis. Enjoy the harvest, but remember that this variety is not self-fertile—you'll need to plant a different variety nearby for proper pollination.

Planting Information:

• Space: 10-foot circle
• Hardiness Zones: 3-9

Plant Characteristics:

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Good
• Heat Tolerance: Excellent
• Humidity Tolerance: Excellent
• Sun Tolerance: Excellent
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
• Shade Tolerance: Good
• No Spray: Excellent
• Salt Tolerance: Good
• Fresh for Kids: Poor
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: None
• Plant Type: Shrub
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Fruit
• Pollination: Needs pollinator

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.