Botanical profile

Sambucus canadensis 'Nova'

Latin name
Sambucus canadensis 'Nova'
Common name
Canadian Elderberry 'Nova'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Adoxaceae

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.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

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
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Firm black fruits, sweet flavor.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3 to 4 m (10 to 13 feet)
Width
3 m (10 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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