Elderberry ‘Golden’

Sambucus canadensis 'Aurea' - Small white flowers. Foliage holds its yellow colour throughout the season. A vigorous grower especially in wet areas. Edible only if cooked. Requires another elderberry to cross pollinate. Elderberry bushes have shallow roots that are almost mat-like. They grow 50-70cm per year. Prune in spring. Use Bone Meal when you first plant. Do not fertilize the first year. Fertilize once a year with a balanced granular fertilizer. Do not plant any deeper than it is in the pot. Do not add any soil or mulch around the base of the stem. Water deeply once a week for about 20-30 minutes whether it rains or not. 

Zone 4. 4m W x 3m H. Upright, multi-stemmed shape. White flowers in June and July. Red fruit on golden-yellow foliage turning an insignificant fall colour. Full sun to part shade. Moist, well drained soil. 3Gallon.

Attracts pollinators. Deer resistant.