Sambucus racemosa

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European Red Elder

 
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Description

This deciduous shrub will grow 8'-10' tall by 8'-10' wide. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves with clusters of small cream white flowers that bloom in late spring and summer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

 

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer

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