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California Native Plant

Sambucus mexicana

Blue Elderberry

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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.

 

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

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.