Sambucus callicarpa

Pacific Red Coast Elder, Coast Red Elderberry, Red Elderberry

Popular in southern United States temperate and subtropical regions, vigorous growing Elders also thrive in rich moist soil in the North. They are prized for their flat clusters of small white flowers and masses of tiny colorful fruits -- black, yellow, blue or red -- which attract birds. Some of their fruit is poisonous. Their coarse leaves have serrated edges. Use in larger plantings and for naturalizing in wild gardens. Tolerate most soils, including clay. Cut back in March close to last year's growth to encourage larger flowers. Fast re-growth.

Native to coastal areas, its dome-shaped flowers turn to red fruit.

Attributes - Sambucus callicarpa

Plant Type: Shrub, Tree

Bloom Season: Early Spring through Late Spring

Flower Color: White, Yellow

Foliage: Deciduous

Height: 6 ft. to 9 ft.

Width: 9 ft.

Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun

Climate: Zones 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Notes: Thrives in Dry Climates. Drought Tolerant, Showy Flowers.

Related Plants

Sambucus caerulea, Sambucus canadensis

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