Sambucus racemosa (Red Elderberry) Birds & Wildlife edible berries start out bright

edible berries start out bright red and quickly ripen to bluish black

The peeling bark is light brown and tends to have a distinctive golden-brown to rust-red color in winter

Width: 5ft

around a central nectar disc with 5 nubs

Sambucus racemosa (Red Elderberry) Birds & Wildlife edible berries start out brightPlant Description: An upright deciduous shrub with a broad arching form and many branches. The bark is dark reddish brown, coarse and covered in small blisters. Leaves are pinnately compound comprised of 5 7 elongated leaflets with toothed margins. Inflorescences are pyramidal shaped clusters of many small creamy white flowers. Berries are small, bright red fruits. Height: up to 20ft Width: 6ft Watering needs: Moderate to wet Sun needs: full sun to