Sambucus sieboldiana

Sambucus sieboldiana

Native to:
Japan | Korea | Kuril Is. | Nansei-shoto | Russia

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Viburnaceae
Genus:
Sambucus
Species:
Sambucus sieboldiana

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Shrub
Height:
600 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Colors:
white
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★★☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification to break dormancy; germination may be slow and uneven.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 4C for 3 months, then place @ 20C for 3 months. Pulpy coat -- soak & rinse daily 7 days to remove.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society