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Sambucus canadensis- Elderberry

Elderberry Fruit

Fast growing tall shrub

Produces clusters of flat-topped white flowers producing crimson berries in late summer.

American Elderberry boasts tremendous value to both wildlife and humans. Flowers provide pollen to a range of bee, flies and moth/ butterflies. The berries are a favorite of birds, small mammals and humans.

Prefers moist to wet soils

Straight species

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