POCAHONTAS American Elderberry (Sambucus nigra ssp. canadensis ‘Pocahontas’) - PRE-ORDER for May Shipping

from $18.00

Pocahontas Elderberry Plants – Balanced Commercial Orchard Performer

Our rooted Pocahontas elderberry plants are grown in Missouri and selected for strong orchard establishment. Pocahontas is considered a balanced, commercially reliable cultivar, offering dependable structure, yield, and adaptability in orchard systems.

👉 See how Pocahontas compares with other cultivars

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 Pocahontas?

• Balanced growth habit
• Consistent fruit production
• Strong orchard performance
• Mid-season ripening
• Cold hardy to Zone 4

Pocahontas is often selected for structured orchard layouts due to its predictable growth and dependable yield.

Ideal For:

• Commercial plantings
• Growers seeking consistency
• Multi-acre orchard systems
• Pollination partner in mixed blocks

Pollination Partners for Pocahontas

Pocahontas is a flexible pollination partner in mixed orchard blocks. For strong fruit set, plant at least 2–3 cultivars within 50–60 feet.

Effective pollination partners for Pocahontas include:

This makes Pocahontas a good “bridge” cultivar in commercial plantings, tying together early, mid-, and later-ripening types.

For side-by-side comparisons of Pocahontas with other cultivars, see our elderberry cultivar comparison.

Spacing & Establishment

• 6 feet within rows
• 12–14 feet between rows
• Full sun preferred
• Annual pruning recommended

Pocahontas integrates well into diversified plantings and performs reliably in Midwest climates.

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Pocahontas Elderberry Plants – Balanced Commercial Orchard Performer

Our rooted Pocahontas elderberry plants are grown in Missouri and selected for strong orchard establishment. Pocahontas is considered a balanced, commercially reliable cultivar, offering dependable structure, yield, and adaptability in orchard systems.

👉 See how Pocahontas compares with other cultivars

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 Pocahontas?

• Balanced growth habit
• Consistent fruit production
• Strong orchard performance
• Mid-season ripening
• Cold hardy to Zone 4

Pocahontas is often selected for structured orchard layouts due to its predictable growth and dependable yield.

Ideal For:

• Commercial plantings
• Growers seeking consistency
• Multi-acre orchard systems
• Pollination partner in mixed blocks

Pollination Partners for Pocahontas

Pocahontas is a flexible pollination partner in mixed orchard blocks. For strong fruit set, plant at least 2–3 cultivars within 50–60 feet.

Effective pollination partners for Pocahontas include:

This makes Pocahontas a good “bridge” cultivar in commercial plantings, tying together early, mid-, and later-ripening types.

For side-by-side comparisons of Pocahontas with other cultivars, see our elderberry cultivar comparison.

Spacing & Establishment

• 6 feet within rows
• 12–14 feet between rows
• Full sun preferred
• Annual pruning recommended

Pocahontas integrates well into diversified plantings and performs reliably in Midwest climates.

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.