Sambucus racemosa subsp. pubens (American red elder)

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, moist or moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Prefers neutral to acid soil but will tolerate alkaline conditions. Tolerates drought and heat.

Suggested uses

Coastal, Hedging/Screens, Wildlife, Woodland, Underplanting, Waterside, Bees (attract & feed bees), Planted in groups, Beds and borders, Specimen tree, Cottage/Informal

UK hardiness

H7

USDA zones

Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7

Sunset zone

4, 5, 6, 1, 2, 3, A2, A3

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Low
Central Valley = Low
South Coastal = Low
South Inland = Low
High and Intermediate Desert = Moderate/Medium
Low Desert = Moderate/Medium

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Suckering, Arching, Upright

Native to

Eastern North America

Drought tolerant

Yes

Flood tolerant

No

Toxicity

Any part of the plant may cause discomfort if ingested, particularly in large quantities. Fruit can be consumed if cooked.