American Elderberry

Scientific Name
Sambucus canadensis
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

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Features

Large flattened clusters of tiny cream-colored flowers in summer, fragrant; large clusters of small dark purple berries in late summer.

Culture

Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soils are best, but will tolerate some dryness as well as wet sites; tolerates alkaline soil.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
6.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
12.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
6.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
10.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Rounded to upright

Native Regions, Text

United States (and Illinois)

Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
American Elderberry flower
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18567
Image
American Elderberry fruit
picID
18568
Image
American Elderberry form in fruit
picID
18569
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
439