Sambucus mexicana |
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Mexican Elderberry |
Information by: Photographer: Linda Engstrom
Description
The Elderberry is a deciduous evergreen shrub or tree that is similar to the blue elderberry . The leaves are a pale green and have 3-5 leaflets. This shrub or tree is very fast growing and drought tolerant plant. The elderberrry is a native to CA, is drought tolerant, and is a beneficial insect plant. -Cornflower Farms
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
Summer
Water Saving Tip:
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.