Red Elderberry
Sambucus racemosa
Deciduous shrub that has small white flowers followed by red blueberry-like fruits; drought tolerant; attracts birds, consider red elderberry if you live close to the beach. Deciduous Shrub Mature Height: 10-40' Sun Exposure: Full sun to part-sun Soil Moisture: Dry to moist |
Special Use Benefits:
Ideal for:
- Attracts pollinators (insects, bees, or butterflies)
- Provides food or nesting for birds
- Provides for hummingbirds
- Provides cover, shelter, forage for wildlife (deer, squirrel, fish, etc.)
Ideal for:
- Coastal Forest
- Inland Forest
- Riparian
- Urban Garden