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Canadian Elderberry 'Nova'

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Hardiness Zone 3

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Canadian Elderberry 'Nova'

FamilyAdoxaceae

Sambucus canadensis 'Nova' is a fruit variety known for its high productivity and abundant white flowers, followed by clusters of sweet black berries, perfect for culinary processing. Its vigorous, upright growth habit facilitates harvesting, and its deep green foliage creates a dense, attractive backdrop in fruit hedges. Very hardy and undemanding, it adapts well to moist soils and northern climates. Ideal for edible gardens, home orchards, or sustainable development projects.

Sambucus canadensis 'Nova'

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Fertilization Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.

Bloom and dimensions

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Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingFirm black fruits, sweet flavor.
Maximum height3 to 4 m (10 to 13 feet)
Maximum width3 m (10 feet)
Growth ratefast
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-34°C