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Red Elderberry

Sambucus racemosa

Categories
Native

Plant Description

Large deciduous shrub with white flowers and bright red berry-like fruits that are highly sought by birds. Adaptable to wet or dry conditions and sun or shade.

Plant Details

Life Forms
Shrub
Habitats
Disturbed sites
Forest openings
Gardens
Little Habitats
Meadows
Residential yards
Riparian areas
Riparian forests
Wetlands
Soil and Moisture Conditions
Dry to moist
Special Uses
Attracts birds
Attracts hummingbirds
Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects
Blooms April
Blooms July
Blooms June
Blooms May
Deciduous
Erosion control
Flowering
Flowers white
Good for shady woodland garden
Hedgerow
Perennial
Produces berries
Produces fruit
Produces nectar
Produces pollen
Produces seeds
Provides soil stabilization
Provides wildlife habitat
Restoration/revegetation
Woody
Shade Preference
Full shade
Full sun
Part shade
Mature Height 20’
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