Red Elderberry (Sambucus racemosa)

Ornamental, medium height shrub.  Bright scarlet to red berries in June are eaten by at least 23 bird species. Generally considered not to be for human consumption.  Can be pruned to produce a more compact plant.

 

Uses:  Bees, rain gardens, wildlife

Bloom time:  April - May

 

Height:  4 to 8 feet

Space:  6 to 8 feet

 

Sun:  Full sun to light shade

Moisture:  Average to moist