Wasatch Wild Elderberry

Hardy, Vigorous, and Adapted to Extreme Conditions

Wasatch Wild American Black Elderberry is a top-performing American elderberry variety selected for exceptional resilience, adaptability, and fruit production. Developed in Cache Valley, Utah—where winter temperatures drop below -30°F and summer highs exceed 100°F—this variety has been bred to thrive in extreme climates and produce consistent, abundant harvests.

Perfect for home gardeners, small-scale growers, and wildlife enthusiasts, Wasatch Wild Elderberry delivers nutrient-packed berries year after year, making it a reliable addition to any landscape.

Why Choose Wasatch Wild Elderberry?

✅ Superior Genetics – Developed for extreme cold and heat tolerance, ensuring reliable production in USDA Zones 3-9
✅ Heavy Yields – Produces large cymes (clusters) of ¼" dark purple-black elderberries, perfect for syrups, jams, wine, and medicinal preparations
✅ Nutritional Powerhouse – Packed with antioxidants, vitamins A & C, and immune-boosting compounds, elderberries are a true superfood
✅ Low Maintenance & Fast Growing – Easy to propagate from cuttings, quickly establishing into a productive shrub
✅ Adaptable to Different Soils – Thrives in sandy loam to heavy clay, making it suitable for diverse growing conditions
✅ Attracts Pollinators & Wildlife – Creamy white flowers support bees and butterflies, while the berries provide food for birds and other beneficial wildlife
✅ Self-Fertile – Unlike many elderberries, Wasatch Wild does not require another variety for pollination

Planting & Growing Instructions

🌱 Preparing the Cuttings: Upon arrival, place cuttings in water or moist soil. They can be rooted indoors or planted directly outdoors in suitable conditions.

📅 Planting Time: Plant in spring as soon as the ground thaws, up to mid-spring.

☀️ Location: Choose a site with full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and fruiting.

🌍 Soil Preferences: Prefers moist, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0). Tolerates heavy clay soils.

📏 Spacing:

• Home gardens: Space plants 2-4 feet apart in a row.
• Larger plantings: Rows should be 10-14 feet apart for proper airflow and maximum production.

💧 Watering: Requires 1-2 inches of water per week. Increase during extreme heat for optimal growth.

✂️ Pruning:

• Prune established plants in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and promote vigorous new growth.
• Berries form on the current year’s stems, so pruning encourages higher fruit production.

Pro Tips for Success

🌿 Harvesting: Pick berries when fully ripe (dark purple-black). Ripe American elderberries are not toxic and can be eaten fresh, though they’re often cooked for enhanced flavor and versatility.

🦋 Wildlife & Beauty: Use Wasatch Wild Elderberry as part of a hedgerow, privacy screen, or pollinator-friendly garden. Its flowers and fruit support biodiversity while adding ornamental value.

❄️ Extreme Climate Hardy: This variety has been developed to flourish where others fail, making it one of the best choices for growers facing harsh winters or short growing seasons.

Order Your Cuttings Today!

Our Wasatch Wild Elderberry cuttings are shipped fresh and ready to grow. With proper care, they’ll root quickly and establish strong, productive plants for years of abundant harvests.

📦 Shipping Details: Sold as dormant cuttings in bundles. Ships seasonally starting in February, store in your fridge until ready to plant.

🚜 Grown Naturally: Raised using chemical-free growing methods on our cooperative farms, ensuring healthy, strong plants from day one.

🔥 Limited availability – order now to secure your cuttings for the season!

Non-GMO Commitment: At Growing Farmers and The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.

Growing method: Grown on our Coop farms using natural growing methods, no chemicals used.