How much sunlight does my European Red Elderberry need?

European Red Elderberry requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Is European Red Elderberry toxic to cats, dogs, or children?

European Red Elderberry is not safe to consume . If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222 , or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

What type of soil should I use for my European Red Elderberry?

European Red Elderberry is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture . A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Should I fertilize my European Red Elderberry?

European Red Elderberry should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year , whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

What is the growth pattern for European Red Elderberry?

European Red Elderberry grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Can European Red Elderberry be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone European Red Elderberry can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

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European Red Elderberry

Q: Is European Red Elderberry easy to care for?

European Red Elderberry is generally easy to care for , though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Q: How often should I water my European Red Elderberry?

European Red Elderberry prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

About European Red Elderberry

Red Elderberry is a deciduous, native shrub found in spruce-fir and northern hardwood forests and rocky environments at high elevations in the mountains. It has an upright, vase-shaped form. It attracts birds and wildlife with its berries and butterflies and other insects with its flowers.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Sambucus racemosa

Genus

Sambucus

Family

Adoxaceae

Order

Dipsacales

Also known as

Pacific red elder, Red elderberry and Red-berried elder

How to care for European Red Elderberry

Water

How often to water your European Red Elderberry

European Red Elderberry needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Light

Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for European Red Elderberry in your home

Light needs and placement for plant European Red Elderberry: 1ft from a window

European Red Elderberry love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

European Red Elderberry does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of European Red Elderberry in your home 🏡.

Nutrients

How to fertilize European Red Elderberry

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for European Red Elderberry: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your European Red Elderberry after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

FAQs

Difficulty Level

European Red Elderberry is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Water Needs

Sunlight Needs

Toxicity

Soil

Fertilizer

Growth Pattern

Growing Outdoors