American Elderberry Plant 'Wyldewood' (Sambucus canadensis hybrid)
Best choice for home gardeners wanting abundant harvests for culinary use.
Introducing the 'Wyldewood' American Elderberry, a standout cultivar prized for its abundant fruit production and impressive flower heads that can span up to 12 inches. This plant is ideal for gardeners seeking to create homemade jams, wines, or simply enjoy its potential health benefits, including immune support. It's a rich source of Vitamin C and offers natural antibacterial properties. The 'Wyldewood' thrives in full sun, is easy to cultivate, and is a hardy addition to zones 3-10, making it a resilient choice for diverse garden settings.
$19.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
61
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#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-54%
Below average
Pot Size
4
/ "
Who it's for
- Home cooks and herbalists seeking abundant harvests for preserves
- Gardeners in diverse climates needing a resilient, low-maintenance shrub
- Eco-conscious homeowners wanting to support local pollinators and birds
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners with limited space or strict landscaping boundaries
- Families with small children or pets sensitive to toxic plants
- Busy growers who prefer low-maintenance plants without pest monitoring
Performance breakdown
Yield Potential
Heavy fruit production makes this a top-tier choice for home harvests.
Climate Adaptability
Remarkably resilient across a wide range of hardiness zones.
Ease of Cultivation
Low-maintenance growth habits perfect for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.
Pollination Requirement
Requires a companion plant to ensure successful fruit set.
Ornamental Appeal
Massive flower heads provide significant visual impact during the summer.
Nutritional Density
Packed with immune-supporting vitamins and natural health-boosting properties.
Key Specs
Pot Size
4"
Mature Height
5-6'
Bloom Season
Summer
Hardiness Zones
3-10
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Features
- Exceptional fruit yields
- Large flower heads up to 12" across
- Supports immune health
- Rich in Vitamin C
- Natural antibacterial properties
- Easy to grow
- Hardy garden plant
- Requires cross-pollination
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the quality and vigor of the Logee's Wyldewood Elderberry Plant. Reviewers consistently praise the excellent, meticulous packaging ensuring plants arrive healthy and well rooted, minimizing transplant shock. The Wyldewood variety is valued for its superior yield potential and disease resistance, establishing quickly and showing robust growth. Gardeners appreciate receiving a premium product that supports reliable fruiting for culinary or medicinal use. While a few noted minor initial shipping stress or felt the size was modest for the price, subsequent performance quickly validates the purchase. Overall, this is viewed as a worthwhile investment in a productive, high quality perennial from a trusted source.
Know before you buy
Yes, 'Wyldewood' requires cross-pollination to produce a significant harvest. You should plant at least two different varieties of American elderberry in close proximity to ensure successful fruit set.
While the mature height reaches 5 to 6 feet, you should allow for a similar spread in width. Ensure you have enough room in a full-sun location to accommodate its growth and allow for proper airflow.
While it is a hardy garden plant, you can grow it in a large container if you have limited space. Keep in mind that container-grown plants require more frequent watering and may need protection during extreme winter temperatures.
No, elderberries should not be eaten raw as they can cause digestive upset. They must be cooked or processed into jams, syrups, or wines to be safe and palatable.
This is a low-maintenance plant that primarily benefits from annual pruning in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and encourage new growth. Otherwise, ensure it receives consistent water, especially during the first year of establishment.
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