Golden Elderberry 'Aurea'

The golden elderberry is a popular hedge or border planting since its foliage is densely packed. Ranging from light green to a deep yellow, it’s a beautiful shrub with all the wonderful qualities of the standard elderberry—frothy white flowers and edible purple berries.

Hardiness Zone: 4-7

Pollinator: Self-fertile, but fruit yields are much improved with multiples 

Mature Size: 8’-10’ x 8’

Spacing: 8’

Soil: 5.5-6.5 pH

Sun: Prefers full sun, somewhat shade tolerant

Flowering: Early summer

Harvest: Late summer/early fall