{"product_id":"ranch-elderberry","title":"Ranch Elderberry","description":"\u003cp\u003eRanch Elderberry is a compact American elderberry variety that produces large clusters of dark purple berries in late summer. It is a strong choice for home gardens and small spaces because it stays shorter than many elderberries, while still delivering heavy bloom and fruit set when planted in a good sunny spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis shrub leafs out quickly in spring, flowers in early summer with flat, creamy-white clusters, then ripens berries as the season warms up. Ranch is also known for being adaptable, it handles a wider range of soils than many fruiting shrubs and can tolerate drier conditions once established, although consistent moisture improves berry size and yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrow zones and site needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUSDA grow zones: 3-9\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for best production, light shade is workable\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought tolerant once established, water during dry spells for better fruiting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowth rate and mature size\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 5-6 ft tall and 5-6 ft wide\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, multi-stem shrub that can be maintained with annual pruning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlowering and fruiting period\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBloom time: Early summer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit ripening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer into early fall, commonly August to early September depending on your climate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when berries are fully dark and soft. Berries are borne in clusters and often ripen over a short window.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePollination and planting with other varieties\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRanch can produce some fruit on its own, but elderberries crop much better with a second, different American elderberry variety nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant 2 different elderberry varieties for stronger pollination and bigger harvests\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep plants within 10-50 ft of each other for dependable cross-pollination\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGood partner varieties often include other American elderberries such as Adams, York, Johns, Nova, Wyldewood, or Bob Gordon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRanch elderberries are most often used for syrups, jellies, juice, and wine. As with elderberries in general, the berries are typically cooked and the stems are removed before processing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FruitBushes","offers":[{"title":"1 plant \/ 1 gallon pot","offer_id":45110959276111,"sku":"ELD-RANCH-3-POTT","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7906\/0815\/files\/original_c35bfc19-0cbb-4ae9-b375-a8aeb2d755c1.jpg?v=1791761464","url":"https:\/\/fruitbushes.com\/products\/ranch-elderberry","provider":"FruitBushes.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}