How Yo Plant Elderberry Sapling

Question

I received 4 saplings of Elderberry. They are about 3 feet tall. They have roots but not a root ball. They have been sitting in a pail of water for 4 day. Can I still transplant them? Will each Sapling grow into a separate Bush or do I plant all 4 saplings together?

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Answer 1

Honestly, I would plant these in container for their first year. Each rooted branch will be its own tree. They will have more of a chance of survival if they were to develop a one gallon container's worth of roots before planting. Once you have done this, and the tree has a good set of roots, you can plant it outside. This article will help you to give it proper care once you do:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/watering-newly-planted-tree.htm

This collection of articles will help you with the care of Elderberries:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/elderberry