Chinese elderberry

Sambucus javanica, Viburnaceae

Zones

6–9

Layer

Understory

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Silver VineActinidia polygama

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

CabeludinhaMyrciaria glomerata

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Culverwell GooseberryRibes × culverwellii

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Azores BlueberryVaccinium cylindraceum

Elderberry may produce compounds that inhibit blueberry growth and both compete for similar soil resources

Maqui BerryAristotelia chilensis

Both berry-producing shrubs may compete for light and exhibit allelopathic interactions

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionPollinator SupportMedicinal UseBiomass

Edible Parts

FruitFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAnti-InflammatoryAntiviral

Common Questions

What zones does Chinese elderberry grow in?

Chinese elderberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Chinese elderberry?

Good companions for Chinese elderberry include Silver Vine, Cabeludinha, Culverwell Gooseberry.

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