Sambucus mexicana ssp cerulea - Blue Elderberry
| Description | Blue elderberry is a vigorously growing shrub that will tolerate sun to shade and wet to dry conditions. Plants grown in shade will become leggy as the branches elongate to access sunlight. Responds well to pruning. Fruit is edible when cooked. |
| Plant Type | Shrub to small tree. |
| Flower Color | Cream. |
| Bloom Period | Late spring. |
| Height at Maturity | Commonly 5-15', up to 30'. |
| Plant Spacing | 5-20' |
| Light Requirements | Sun to shade. |
| Moisture Needs | Moist to dry. |
| Soil Type |
Well drained with moisture. |