Brianna Grape vs Bob Gordon Elderberry - TreeTime.ca

Brianna Grape vs Bob Gordon Elderberry

Sambucus canadensis Bob Gordon

Vitis x Brianna

Bob Gordon Elderberry
Brianna Grape

Bob Gordon Elderberry is a Black Elderberry cultivar that produces berries that are larger and sweeter than other varieties, making it one of the top cultivars. It produces large clusters of white flowers that turn into large clusters of dark purple to black berries. The berries are well-suited for baked goods, jams, jellies, and syrups. It was selected from the wild in Missouri.

The large berry clusters that the Bob Gordon Elderberry produces will often end up hanging downward. This makes it more difficult for birds to feed on the berries. If birds are a concern, this might be the right berry for you.

Black Elderberries are considered to be partially self-pollinating. So while they will still produce some berries without cross-pollination, planting with another variety will increase yields. Consider planting with Black Elderberry or Ranch Elderberry.

Warning: the seeds, stems, leaves, roots, and uncooked berries are toxic to humans when eaten in quantity. Berries should be cooked to make them safe for human consumption.

Brianna Grape is a new grape variety with unique, tropical aromas of mango, banana, and pineapple. Ripening in September, you can use the grapes for juice, white wine, and fresh eating.

Not only is this one of the tastiest grapes on the prairies, it also has above average disease resistance. Consider partnering Brianna Grape with another grape variety to get a higher yield.

Note: We do not ship grape vines to BC due to regulatory restrictions from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.

Bob Gordon Elderberry Quick Facts

Brianna Grape Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 3b
Height: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Height: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Suckering: high
Suckering: none

Toxicity: leaves, stems, and uncooked berries are poisonous to humans

Flowers: fragrant, white
Fruit: golden green, seeded
Berries: black
Fruit size: 3.0g
Harvest: late summer to early fall
Harvest: September
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: bob gordon american elderberry, bob gordon black elderberry