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red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa)

Red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa) is a fast-growing deciduous shrub native to North America, producing clusters of white flowers followed by bright red berries.

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Sunlight

Full Sun to Part Shade

Watering

Consistent Moisture

Soil

Loam, Sand, Clay, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Temperature

Hardy

Fertilizer

Low Feed

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun to Part Shade

Best fruit production in full sun, tolerates some shade.

Water

Consistent Moisture

Prefers moist soil, avoid drought stress.

Soil

Loam, Sand, Clay, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Temperature

Hardy

Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 3-7.

Fertilizer

Low Feed

Generally does not require heavy feeding; compost is often sufficient.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

1.5-6 meters

Spread

1.5-4 meters

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderDipsacales
  • familyViburnaceae
  • genusSambucus
  • speciesSambucus racemosa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Edible

No

Berries and leaves are toxic if ingested raw.

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