Sambucus mexicana |
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Mexican Elderberry |
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.
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
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.