Light up your landscape with this graceful shrub. Sutherland Gold is prized for its clouds of finely cut, golden yellow foliage. Grow this 5-6 ft. tall shrub in partial shade for the best effect. Sutherland Gold fruit must be cooked before eating.
Latin Name: Sambucus nigra
Site and Soil: Sutherland Gold Elderberry like 1/2 day to full sun and well-drained soil but is more attractive in partial shade.
Rootstock Description:
Pollination Requirements: European Elderberries are partially self-fertile. Plant two varieties for heavier crops.
Hardiness: European Elderberries are hardy to minus 25° F.
Bearing Age: 2 -3 years after planting.
Size at Maturity: 6-8 ft. in height.
Bloom Time: May
Ripening Time: September
Yield: 40-50 lbs.
Pests & Diseases: European Elderberry is not bothered by pests or diseases.
USDA Zone: 4
Sunset Western Zone: 2-7, 14-17
Sunset Northeast Zone: 32, 34, 39