Dangling clusters of edible purple-black berries ripen in late summer on this broad vigorous multi-stemmed shrub.
Large sweet fruit matures early and uniformly. Good for wine, pie and jelly. Ripens a little before York in August. Suckers easily. Z3. Maine Grown. (1–3' shrubs)
This species is native to North America. Hardier than the European Sambucus nigra, and fruits on first-year wood.
Considered self-fertile but multiple plants will improve fruit set—it’s okay to mix species.
Plant 4–6' apart. Best in rich soil but adaptable to a variety of soil types. In spring, while plant is still dormant, prune away any weak, broken or dead canes.
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