Sambucus mexicana |
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Mexican Elderberry |
Description
The Elderberry is a deciduous evergreen shrub or tree, reching 10'-30' tall. The leaves are a pale green and have 3-5 leaflets. This shrub or tree is very fast growing and drought tolerant. Cream colored flowers bloom in spring, followed by dark blue berries. It is a CA native and is a beneficial insect plant.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Poisonous
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Wildlife
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.