Sambucus mexicana
Mexican Elderberry
Description
The Elderberry is a deciduous evergreen shrub or tree that is similar to the blue elderberry . The leaves are a pale green and have 3-5 leaflets. This shrub or tree is very fast growing and drought tolerant plant. The elderberrry is a native to CA, is drought tolerant, and is a beneficial insect plant. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Yellow, White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Blue
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Check the soil's moisture level before watering.
You can reduce your water use 20-50% by regularly checking the soil before watering.