Sambucus canadensis 'Kent'

Latin name: Sambucus canadensis 'Kent'
Common Name: Canadian Elderberry 'Kent'
Plant type: Fruit shrub
Shape: Fruit shrub
Botanical family: Adoxaceae

Description

Sambucus canadensis 'Kent' is a variety selected for its early ripening and uniform production of high-quality berries. It combines generous white umbels with a well-branched habit and rapid growth. Ideal for fruit plantations or multifunctional hedges, it offers a good fruit yield while enriching local biodiversity. Very hardy, easy to grow, and undemanding, it fits well into a food garden or naturalist garden.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 3

Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Watering: Regular watering
Fertilization: Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type: Slightly acidic to neutral, cool to moist, well-drained
Minimum temperature: '-34°C

Flowering period: Spring
Flower color: White

Foliage type: Obsolete
Foliage color: Green

Height: 3 to 4 m (10 to 13 feet)
Width: 3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate: fast

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Pollinisateurs
Attire ou nourrit les insectes pollinisateurs

Pollinisateurs

Papillons
Fleurs attirant les papillons

Papillons

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

The availability of our trees varies seasonally. Contact us to find out which varieties are currently available! These information sheets serve as a guide to help you make an informed choice.