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Blue Elderberry

Sambucus cerulea, Viburnaceae

Zones
410
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerNitrogen FixerBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator AttractorWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

68

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Antagonistic Plants

Uses

Functions

Riparian RestorationWildlife CorridorDual-Purpose Harvest

Edible Parts

BerriesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Immune SupportAnti-ViralRespiratory Health

Common Questions

What zones does Blue Elderberry grow in?

Blue Elderberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 10.

Is Blue Elderberry a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Blue Elderberry is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Blue Elderberry?

Good companions for Blue Elderberry include Russian Milkvetch, Persian Clover, Caley Pea, Babchi, Sticky Currant.

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