American Elderberry Breeders Mix

Sambucus canadensis   Botanical Sample - not germination tested Seeds per pack~ 50 Elderberries are bushy woody perennial plants native to the eastern US. They are very popular as a natural immune-system booster and have long been consumed in the form of juice, wine, jam, and jelly. The fruit is best eaten after cooking. Leaves and stems should NOT be eaten. There is not a lot of elderberry diversity on the market these days, meaning the growing elderberry industry is potentially susceptible to emerging pests and diseases. Since elderberries produce very little unless grown in the presence of another variety (that blooms at the same time), it is important to grow at least two or three or four different varieties. Each of the seeds in each packet we sell will produce a unique elderberry. Given how little breeding work is being done, you very well could grow the next important American elderberry cultivar (or, if you have European elderberries around, the next important hybrid cul