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Amur Maackia vs Black ElderberryMaackia amurensis Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis SOLD OUT (new stock expected: fall of 2019) SOLD OUT (new stock expected: fall of 2019) 
Amur Maackia is a robust and pretty tree often used for urban decoration and landscaping. This tree has coppery peeling bark that can sometimes resemble lace. Its upright clusters of small white flowers usually bloom in midsummer. Amur Maackia's Small size makes it a great choice for small yards or limited space.
Black Elderberry is a deciduous shrub native to eastern North America. You can plant this shrub in moist areas and it will help stabilize your soil. You can also use it on rural properties anywhere you'd use a lilac. AMUR MAACKIA QUICK FACTSBLACK ELDERBERRY QUICK FACTS
Zone:
4a
Zone:
3a
Height:
8 m (25 ft)
Height:
3 m (10 ft)
Spread:
8 m (25 ft)
Spread:
2.4 m (8 ft)
Moisture:
normal, wet
Moisture:
normal, wet
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Light:
any
Fall colour:
brown
Berries:
black
Flowers:
upright clusters of small white flowers
Flowers:
fragrant, white and showy
Bark:
shiny copper colour shedding in curls
Bark:
gray brownish with rigid bumps
Growth rate:
slow
Growth rate:
medium
Life span:
long
Life span:
short
Maintenance:
low
Maintenance:
low
Suckering:
low
Suckering:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
high
Toxicity: leaves, stems, and uncooked berries are poisonous to humans
Other Names:
maackia
Other Names:
american black elderberry, american elderberry, canada elderberry, common elderberry
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes |