When to Plant Elderberry in District of Columbia
State
District of Columbia
Cities Covered
2
USDA Zones
7a, 7b, 8a
Plant Type
Direct Sow
📅 Planting Calendar for District of Columbia
Based on Washington (Zone 8a). Dates may vary by city.
Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, March 6, 2026
Note: District of Columbia spans multiple zones (7a, 7b, 8a). Select your city below for more precise dates.
🌿 Plant Details
Scientific Name Sambucus nigra
Days to Maturity 730 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun to Partial Shade
Plant Spacing 60" apart
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Growing Elderberry in District of Columbia
Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a popular garden vegetable in District of Columbia. The state spans USDA Hardiness Zones 7a, 7b, 8a, so planting dates can vary significantly depending on your location.
In most areas of District of Columbia, you can direct sow Elderberry outdoors around Friday, March 6, 2026.
For the most accurate planting dates, enter your ZIP code on our homepage or select your city from the list above.