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