How to Grow and Care for American elder

American elder, also known as Common elderberry, American black elderberry, Canada elderberry, Sweet elder, Elder

American elder is a resilient plant that thrives with minimal care. Key care points include ensuring well-drained soil with moderate moisture and providing full sunlight to partial shade. Special attention should be given to occasional pruning to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth. Regular watering during dry periods can boost american elder's performance without the need for extensive maintenance routines.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing American elder

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5.5-7
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	3-9
Toxicity	Toxic to Humans

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American elder is a multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub or a small tree that typically grows 5 to 12 feet (1.5 to 3.6 meters) tall and is usually wider than its height. Its bark is yellowish-gray to grayish-brown with a conspicuous white pith inside. The plant sports pinnately compound leaves, each having 5 to 11 leaflets (commonly 7), about 2 to 6 inches (5 to 15 centimeters) long and 0.5 to 2.5 inches (1.3 to 6.4 centimeters) wide, with sharply serrated edges. It features clusters of fragrant, creamy-white flowers and bears fruits that are purple-black drupes clustered together.