Sambucus nigra ssp. caerulea
Sambucus nigra ssp. caerulea
Blue Elderberry
NW native deciduous shrub with creamy-white 6" flowers blooms late spring to early summer. Followed by dark blue berries that are often made into jams, syrups, wines and pies. Grows best in full sun and well-drained moist, rich soil. A myriad of ethnobotanical uses, historically and presently. (Shrub)
Bloom time Size Exposure
Spring 12-30' tall x 8-12' wide Sun Part Shade 
Hardiness Zone:4,5,6,7,8,9
zone map Cold Hardy to -30° to -20°F
Attracts Beneficial Insects Attracts Beneficial InsectsAttracts Birds Attracts Birds
Attracts Butterflies Attracts ButterfliesAttracts Hummingbirds Attracts Hummingbirds
Culinary Uses Culinary UsesDeer Resistant Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant Drought TolerantEdible Parts Edible Parts
Good for Cut Flowers Good for Cut FlowersGood for Tea Good for Tea
May Naturalize May NaturalizeMedicinal Uses Medicinal Uses
Native to NorthWest Native to NorthWestTolerates moist soil Tolerates moist soil