elderberry seeds for planting Sambucus caerulea: Blue Elderberry Seeds

elderberry seeds for planting Sambucus caerulea: Blue Elderberry SeedsZones: 5 to 7 Mature Height: 20 feet Mature Spread: 20 feet The Blue Elderberry has dark blue fruit that appear pale blue due to the white waxy substance that covers them. The sweet fruits attract birds. Its yellow white flowers are borne in flat clusters. This tree has grayish brown to black bark and smooth, dark green leaves. A very beautiful small tree or upright shrub. When choosing a location, keep in mind that the Blue Elderberry has a fairly

Zones: 5 to 7
Mature Height: 20 feet
Mature Spread: 20 feet

The Blue Elderberry has dark blue fruit that appear pale blue due to the white waxy substance that covers them. The sweet fruits attract birds. Its yellow-white flowers are borne in flat clusters. This tree has grayish brown to black bark and smooth, dark green leaves. A very beautiful small tree or upright shrub.

When choosing a location, keep in mind that the Blue Elderberry has a fairly rapid growth rate. It grows up to 20 feet in height and 20 feet in spread. It can be planted in zones 5 to 7. Prefers full sun to part shade. Will tolerate drought but needs well-drained, deep soil.

How To Start These Seeds:
Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours.
Stratification: Warm stratify for 30 days, cold stratify for 90 days
Germination: Sow seed 1/4 inch deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed. Can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination.

Seed Count Per Packet:
This packet contains 60 hand-sorted, high-quality seeds.

If refrigerated upon receipt, these seeds can be stored for up to a year before you decide to use them.