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Tatarian Maple vs Red Elderberry
Acer tataricum
Sambucus racemosa
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
Tatarian Maple is a small, multi-stemmed tree that features attractive red foliage in fall.
In addition to its outstanding autumn color, it is also one of the first trees to leaf out in the spring.
Tatarian Maple makes a good specimen tree for for small yards. Closely related to Amur Maple, it is slightly larger in stature.
Red Elderberry is an attractive, medium-sized deciduous shrub.
It produces clusters of white flowers in the spring and bright red berry-like drupes, which provide beautiful contrast against its coarse, textured green foliage.
Red Elder can be pruned as a small single or multi-stemmed tree.
Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Red Elderberry seeds at SeedTime.ca.
Tatarian Maple Quick Facts
Red Elderberry Quick Facts
In row spacing: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Toxicity: toxic to humans