Sambucus canadensis - Black Elderberry

Sambucus canadensis
Black Elderberry

NATIVE somewhat sprawling (5'-10' tall and wide) suckering shrub produces bountiful large clusters of tiny cream-colored flowers in early summer followed by purple-black berries used medicinally and for pies, jam, etc. Raw seeds poisonous.

Color: 
White
Bloom Season: 
Spring (May-June)
Soil Conditions: 
Medium
Wet
Sun Exposure: 
Full sun
Part sun
Function: 
Deer resistant
Edible
Medicinal
Native
Pollinators