Elderberry Cutting (Each)

Description

6” to 9” 2 to 4 Node Elderberry Cuttings.

Elderberry is easily propagated by hardwood cuttings. Cuttings may be rooted immediately or stored under refrigeration for later rooting.  Cuttings can be planted Late Fall, Winter or early Spring.  Cultivate a bed, pilot out a hole, inset the basal end (The end cut at 45 degree angle) into the soil covering bottom node(s) 2” below soil surface and mulch around cuttings.  Alternatively, Cuttings can be started in pots: Use sterilized commercial potting soil. Keep cuttings warm and moist but not wet. The cuttings will usually break bud and begin growing several weeks before rooting but should be well-rooted within six weeks.  Rooting hormone is not necessary but may improve success.  Elderberries are partially self-fertile; while a single plant will produce fruit, planting two or more different compatible cultivars is strongly recommended to ensure optimal cross-pollination and a heavy yield.