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Sambucus canadensis (Adams Elderberry)

Adams is a native elderberry variety known for its juicy, purple berries. These berries are excellent for making elixirs, pies, syrups, wine, and more. The plant is a heavy producer and ripens late in the season. It grows well in zones 3-9 and pollinates with other native elderberries. The flowers are in very large heads.

  • Height: 6' to 12'
  • Spacing: 10' circle
  • Zones: 3-9

Plant Characteristics:

  • Pest Resistance: Excellent
  • Disease Resistance: Excellent
  • Drought Tolerance: Very Good
  • Heat Tolerance: Very Good
  • Humidity Tolerance: Very Good
  • Sun Tolerance: Very Good
  • Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
  • 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
  • Self Fertile: No


 

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