Elderberry

 

Common Name	Elderberry
Scientific Name	Sambucus canadensis
Native Region	West, Middle, East
Moisture Conditions	Moist Upland Site, Water's Edge
Light Preference	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Wildlife Value	birds, small mammals, large mammals
Soil pH	Acidic (pH<6), Neutral (pH 6-8)
Height	3'to 8'
Bloom Time	Summer
Evergreen	No
Comments	colony-forming shrub that produces numerous, small, white flowers in large, showy clusters; fruit eaten by American robin, northern mockingbird and gray catbird; fruit is also good for jelly, pies, and wine