Sambucus mexicana |
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Blue Elderberry |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer:
Description
The Blue Elderberry is a deciduous shrub that grows 4'-10' tall or tree that reaches up to 40' high. The leaves of this plant have 5-9 leaflets with white spring flower clusters developing into blue berries. The Blue Elderberry is a native to California, is drought tolerant and is a beneficial insect plant. -Cornflower Farms
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
Summer, Fall
Water Saving Tip:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.