Sambucus caerulea (Blue Elderberry) Size:2 gal NP Landscape Use and Ecological Function:

Landscape Use and Ecological Function: A native plant

incorporates fragrance and edible plants

Bloom Time: Spring to summer

One of the easiest fruits to grow

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Sambucus caerulea (Blue Elderberry) Size:2 gal NP Landscape Use and Ecological Function:* Height: 6 26ft* Width: 6 20ft* Watering needs: low* Sun needs: Sun, part shade or shade* Soil needs: Tolerates a variety of soils but prefers well drained soils with moisture* Bloom Time: Spring Summer* Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): YesLandscape Use and Ecological Function: The berries can be used to make elderberry wine, jam, syrup, and pies. Caution should be taken for parts of sambucus contain the cyanogenic glycoside,