Red Elderberry

Sambucus racemosa

Blue Elderberry Sambucus caerulea Medium Tree with long green opposite leaves

Elderberry, Red Sambucus racemosa Medium Tree with long green opposite leaves and small red berries

Photo Credit: Sevenoaks Native Nursery

A shrub with compound leaves and clusters of small red berries

Photo Credit: Sevenoaks Native Nursery

a cluster of small white starburst flowers

Photo Credit: Sevenoaks Native Nursery

Plant Description

White flowers and bright red berry like clusters by summer that are highly sought by birds; fast growing; deciduous; the berries are not edible by humans.

Plant Details

Life Forms	Shrub
Habitats	Disturbed sites Forest openings Meadows Riparian areas Riparian forests Wetlands
Soil and Moisture Conditions	Moist to wet
Special Uses	Attracts birds Attracts hummingbirds Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects
Shade Preference	Full shade Full sun Part shade
Mature Height	20’