Grow vibrant and nutrient-rich Red Elderberries (Sambucus racemosa) at home with these premium seeds. This ornamental and edible shrub produces clusters of bright red berries that are perfect for jams, jellies, sauces, and natural remedies. Ideal for home gardens, hedges, or container planting, Red Elderberry is easy to grow, attracts pollinators, and adds visual appeal with its showy flowers and colorful berries.

Features & Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Sambucus racemosa

• Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO

• Plant Type: Perennial Shrub / Fruit-bearing

• Fruit Color: Bright Red

• Sun Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, soil enriched with organic matter

• Ideal for: Home gardens, hedges, container planting

• Germination Rate: Moderate to High with proper care

• Packaging: Seed packet suitable for home planting

Planting & Sowing Instructions:

1. Sowing Time: Sow seeds indoors or outdoors during spring; stratification (cold treatment) for 46 weeks can improve germination.

2. Seed Depth: Plant seeds inch deep in seed-starting mix or well-prepared soil.

3. Spacing: Space seedlings 35 feet apart to allow for mature shrub growth.

4. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination; moderate watering once established.

5. Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade promotes strong growth and abundant berry production.

6. Harvesting: Berries are ready to harvest 23 years after sowing when clusters are fully red and ripe.