Sambucus nigra is the official medicinal species used in Europe. The berries are extremely high in immune-boosting anthocyanins. You can use them in all of the same wonderful ways you would use the canadensis species. Samyl is selected for juice production based on very high anthocyanin content and sweet flavor. Strong upright shoots yield dark glossy berries.
Note that nigras produce on second-year wood—prune accordingly. Upright habit, extremely vigorous. Native to Europe. Z4/5. Maine Grown. (1–3' bare-root plants)
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