Red Elderberry (Sambucus racemosa) 1 GAL
Fall Species
This Species is typically available during our Fall Sale Preorders in August, and/or the in-person Fall Sale Mid-September through Mid-October at Geist Nursery in Fishers, IN.
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This species is not available this year. We hope to see it next Fall!
A fast growing large shrub with showy red berries! Can take full sun with consistent moisture and tolerates bright shade, but prefers at least part shade with afternoon shade. Grows quickly once established and can be pruned to maintain shorter height. May spread gradually from rhizome. Fruits are eaten by woodland birds, but are not edible for humans.
Pollination: 2+ individuals recommended.
Light: Part Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet, Wet Mesic, Mesic
Soil Type: Loam, Sandy Loam, Silty Loam, Rocky Loam
Height: 8’-12’
Width: 8’-14’
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: May-Jun
Fruit: Small red berries mature in late summer.
Fall Color: -
Root Type: Rhizome
Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract small flies and bees. Hosts a few moths and smaller insects. Woodland birds such as catbirds, thrushes, and vireo are known to eat the berries, as well as red squirrels, chipmunks, and mice. Rarely browsed by mammals.
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