Bob Gordon elderberry heavy fruit cluster with deep purple-black berries known for high yield and pendulous structure.
Bob Gordon elderberry plant in bloom prior to heavy fruit set, known for high yield and strong orchard performance.
Bob Gordon elderberry close-up highlighting dense, high-yield berry clusters known for strong juice and syrup production.
Bob Gordon elderberry harvest basket filled with heavy, high-yield clusters ideal for syrup, juice, and value-added production.
Bob Gordon elderberry orchard rows demonstrating strong field performance and high-yield production potential.
Bob Gordon elderberry rooted plant with strong root structure, supporting high-yield orchard establishment.
Bob Gordon elderberry flower cluster in spring bloom, preceding heavy, high-yield berry production in Midwest orchard systems.

BOB GORDON American Elderberry (Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis ‘Bob Gordon’) - PRE-ORDER for May Shipping

from $18.00

Bob Gordon Elderberry Plants – Heavy Clusters & High Yield Potential

Our rooted Bob Gordon elderberry plants are grown in Missouri through a licensed nursery partnership and selected for strong establishment and orchard performance. Bob Gordon is best known for its large, heavy, downward-facing fruit clusters and strong yield potential.

👉 View full cultivar comparisons here

Shipping Window: May 2026

Plants ship beginning in May to allow strong spring growth and improve transplant success.
Need plants sooner? Send us a message and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Why Choose Bob Gordon?

• Large, pendulous (downward-hanging) berry clusters
• Strong yield potential
• Excellent berry size and cluster density
• Mid-season ripening
• Cold hardy to Zone 4

The downward-facing clusters may offer some natural protection from sun and bird pressure compared to upright-fruiting cultivars.

Ideal For:

• Growers focused on yield
• Value-added processing (syrup, juice, wine)
• Orchard-scale production
• Mixed cultivar systems

Bob Gordon performs especially well when planted alongside Adams, Ranch, or Pocahontas for strong cross-pollination.

Pollination Partners for Bob Gordon

For best fruit set, plant 2–3 different American elderberry cultivars within 50–60 feet of each other.

Strong pollination partners for Bob Gordon include:

These combinations provide good bloom overlap and help Bob Gordon reach its full yield potential.

For more detail on bloom timing and cultivar combinations, see our comparison guide.

Spacing & Establishment

• 6 feet within rows
• 12–14 feet between rows
• Full sun
• Prune annually for cane renewal

Because of its heavy fruit clusters, annual pruning helps maintain manageable structure and strong new growth.

Quantity:

Bob Gordon Elderberry Plants – Heavy Clusters & High Yield Potential

Our rooted Bob Gordon elderberry plants are grown in Missouri through a licensed nursery partnership and selected for strong establishment and orchard performance. Bob Gordon is best known for its large, heavy, downward-facing fruit clusters and strong yield potential.

👉 View full cultivar comparisons here

Shipping Window: May 2026

Plants ship beginning in May to allow strong spring growth and improve transplant success.
Need plants sooner? Send us a message and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Why Choose Bob Gordon?

• Large, pendulous (downward-hanging) berry clusters
• Strong yield potential
• Excellent berry size and cluster density
• Mid-season ripening
• Cold hardy to Zone 4

The downward-facing clusters may offer some natural protection from sun and bird pressure compared to upright-fruiting cultivars.

Ideal For:

• Growers focused on yield
• Value-added processing (syrup, juice, wine)
• Orchard-scale production
• Mixed cultivar systems

Bob Gordon performs especially well when planted alongside Adams, Ranch, or Pocahontas for strong cross-pollination.

Pollination Partners for Bob Gordon

For best fruit set, plant 2–3 different American elderberry cultivars within 50–60 feet of each other.

Strong pollination partners for Bob Gordon include:

These combinations provide good bloom overlap and help Bob Gordon reach its full yield potential.

For more detail on bloom timing and cultivar combinations, see our comparison guide.

Spacing & Establishment

• 6 feet within rows
• 12–14 feet between rows
• Full sun
• Prune annually for cane renewal

Because of its heavy fruit clusters, annual pruning helps maintain manageable structure and strong new growth.

Pricing

Single Plant
$18 

3 Plants
$17 each 

10 Plants
$15 each 

25 Plants
$13 each

50 Plants
$12 each

100 Plants
$11 each

149 Plants
$10.50 each 

150-299 Plants
$11 each 

300-499 Plants
$10 each 

500 Plants
$9 each 

1000+ Plants
$8.50 each 

Shipping calculated based on order size. Large orders may ship in multiple boxes via UPS Ground.

Large Orders: Orders of 25+ plants require freight coordination. Please contact us to arrange invoicing & shipping.  On-farm pickup in Ashland, Missouri is available for orders of 150+ plants. 

Shipping & Handling

Plants ship via UPS in heavy-duty boxes and are inspected prior to shipment to ensure strong root development and healthy structure.

These are rooted plants with a healthy root system and soil attached to support strong establishment. Root systems are secured and protected during transit to maintain moisture and stability.

Shipping rates are calculated at checkout based on order quantity. Larger orders may require delivery coordination. Orders of 150+ plants require freight coordination - please contact us for a quote.

Shipping Window

Rooted elderberry plants ship beginning in May. We hold plants until this time to allow sufficient early-season growth, which helps ensure strong establishment once transplanted.

If you would like your plants earlier than May, please send us a message before ordering. When possible, we’re happy to accommodate early shipment requests.

Upon Arrival

  • Unpack immediately

  • Check root moisture

  • Store in cool shade if not planting

  • Plant within 24–48 hours

  • Water thoroughly after planting

If there are any concerns upon arrival, contact us within 48 hours and include photos so we can assist promptly.