Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana

Also Known As

Sambucus sieboldiana
ELDERBERRY

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-16'
W: 6'-16'

planting zones

6a-10a

Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana plant details

Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: adoxaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 16 FT - wide, 8 FT - 16 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana

USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Give your birds an Oriental dinner and yourself a treat with this 8-16' Asian elderberry and its large clusters of bright-red (or yellow-orange!) fruit in fall. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Gardening facts about Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana plant

How to Grow Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- cream
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
Fruit
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Scientific Name: Sambucus nigra 'Eva'

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Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-8'

sun - mostly shade
even moisture - regular

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