{"product_id":"goodbarn-elderberry","title":"GoodBarn Elderberry","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring the exceptional \u003cstrong\u003eGoodbarn Elderberry\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eSambucus canadensis 'Goodbarn'\u003c\/em\u003e) to your garden, a robust American elderberry variety known for its high yields, adaptability, and versatility. Introduced by plant breeder Elwyn Meader, this variety was discovered thriving near his barn and has since become a favorite among home gardeners and small-scale growers for its self-fertility and dependable fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Goodbarn Elderberry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbundant Harvests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces heavy clusters of dark purple-black berries ideal for fresh eating, syrups, wines, and jams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Fertile:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Goodbarn does not require another elderberry variety for fruiting, planting a second variety can boost yields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful Blooms and Fall Foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clusters of creamy white flowers in June attract pollinators, while its vibrant fall foliage adds ornamental value.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold-Hardy and Adaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in Zones 3-9 and grows well in a variety of climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Growing and Vigorous:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches 5-10 feet tall and wide, with a broad, multi-stemmed growth habit perfect for hedges or privacy screens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable Ripening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Berries ripen in late summer, around August, extending your harvest window.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"287\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"287\"\u003eMedicinal and Nutritional Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"289\" data-end=\"902\"\u003eGoodbarn elderberries offer a nutrient rich profile packed with antioxidants, anthocyanins, vitamin C, vitamin A, and beneficial flavonoids that support immune function and overall vitality. Traditionally valued in herbal medicine, elderberries are used to promote respiratory wellness, strengthen natural defenses, and provide seasonal support. Their deep purple pigment indicates a high concentration of antioxidant compounds that help combat oxidative stress. Goodbarn’s plentiful late summer harvests provide abundant berries ideal for syrups, teas, tinctures, jams, wines, and homemade wellness preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and Growing Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparing the Cuttings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place cuttings in water or moist soil immediately upon arrival. You can root them indoors or directly outdoors in suitable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best planted in early spring as soon as the ground thaws or in mid-spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a site with full sun to partial shade for optimal growth and fruiting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preferences:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers moist, well-draining soil and tolerates a variety of soil types. Slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 2-4 feet apart in rows with rows 10-14 feet apart for proper airflow and production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist as cuttings establish roots. Once rooted, water regularly, especially during dry periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and encourage new growth, as berries form on first-year wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tips for Success\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCross-Pollination Boost:\u003c\/strong\u003e While Goodbarn is self-fertile, planting another variety such as Johns or Adams nearby can further enhance fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick berries when fully ripe (dark purple-black) in late summer for maximum flavor and nutritional benefits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-Use Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goodbarn Elderberry works as a productive fruiting shrub, a stunning ornamental plant, or a pollinator-friendly hedgerow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll elderberry bundles include a minimum of three cuttings, each with two or more nodes. Please reference product photos for examples of bundle sizes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShipping Details: \u003c\/strong\u003eSold as dormant cuttings in bundles, shipped fresh starting in February.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSTORE IN YOUR REFRIGERATOR UNTIL PLANTING.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Commitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e At Growing Farmers and The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown on our Coop farms using natural growing methods, no chemicals used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.farmoncentral.com\/blogs\/around-the-farm\/which-elderberry-should-i-grow?_pos=16\u0026amp;_sid=034e048a4\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Elderberry Should I Grow?  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.farmoncentral.com\/pages\/instructions\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElderberry Growing Instruction Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm On Central","offers":[{"title":"3-pack","offer_id":51291837071648,"sku":"CGOODBARN3","price":15.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10-pack","offer_id":51291837104416,"sku":"CGOODBARN10","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/2098\/7936\/files\/AmericanElderberry1_4e2cc7c4-3505-492d-b9ad-379149d8c3f3.jpg?v=1772577382","url":"https:\/\/blessingsgrowmeadows.com\/products\/goodbarn-elderberry","provider":"Blessings Grow Meadows","version":"1.0","type":"link"}