Q.Cross Pollination Of Elderberry
I have a black lace elderberry that I just purchased. I recently came to know that you need two to form berries. Can I use a lemon lace elderberry for cross pollination or does it have to the same black lace?

BushDoctor
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Answered on June 4, 2020
Sambucus nigra and Sambucus racemosa cannot cross in the wild.
Sambucus nigra is semi self-fertile. They produce better with another nearby, though.
Here are a collection of articles to help you grow Sambucus:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/elderberry/page/2
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