Description
Blue Elderberry (Sambucus nigra ssp caerulea) This deciduous shrub/small tree is multi-stemmed and grows 10-30 feet tall and up to 18 feet across. Tiny, cream colored flowers in large flat-topped clusters bloom from late spring to mid-summer, followed by dark blue, edible berries. Full sun to part shade. Moist to dry soil. Fairly drought tolerant. Good for wildlife and butterflies. $20 for a bundle of 5 bare root plants. 12+ inches. More information at the Burke Herbarium.
