Sambucus nigra: European Elder Seeds

Zones: 5 to 6 Mature Height: 20 feet Mature Spread: 15 feet The European Elder has strong-scented yellow-white flowers borne in 5-inch flat clusters with 1/4-inch shiny black fruit. A large shrub with a gentle rounded form. A great tree to plant near water or elsewhere in the garden. Grows in Europe and North America. When choosing a location, keep in mind that the European Elder has a fast growth rate. It grows up to 20 feet in height and 15 feet in spread. It can be planted in zones 5 to 6. Full sun and wet soil. Can be planted near water. How To Start These Seeds: Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours. Stratification: Warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 150 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.