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Blue Elderberry

Sambucus caerulea

a cluster of many small blue fruits

Photo Credit: Sevenoaks Native Nursery

a shrub with compound leaves and white bunches of small flowers

Photo Credit: Sevenoaks Native Nursery

Plant Description

Fast growing handsome shrub. small white flowers followed by blueberry-like fruits.

Plant Details

Life Forms	Shrub
Habitats	Forest understories Prairies Riparian areas Riparian forests
Soil and Moisture Conditions	Dry to moist Well drained
Special Uses	Attracts birds Attracts hummingbirds Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects Drought tolerant Provides wildlife habitat
Shade Preference	Full sun Part shade
Mature Height	10-30'

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