American Black Elderberry, Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis OR Sambucus canadensis, is a fantastic native shrub that is hard to ignore. It adds so much value to the landscape! Flowers, fruits, foliage...what is not to love? It will attract birds. Berries are useful for making pies and jams. Do not eat raw, though! It may cause stomach issues. I forgot to mention inside the video, but it's also a host plant to some pretty moths.
Another thing I failed to mention is that it leafs out early in the spring, compared to lots of other native shrubs and trees. So, it's fantastic for privacy and screening as early as a deciduous plant can, I would say. At least, that is my experience in my garden. It grows differently depending on the conditions in which it is planted. Sometimes it grows more loose and tall, and other times more thick and shorter.
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