This is a tall (6 foot) rather spindly plant growing near our house.
Unfortunately it is past bloom, but I was hoping you might still be able to identify it.
Thanks!
Hi Joel,
your shrub is an elderberry, Sambucus canadensis. The fruits are ripe after they turn dark ink-purple, and they have been used for various food preparations such as jellies. It is native – the birds probably dropped the seed there.
I hope this helps.
Sincerely,
Steve Hill, Botanist, SCNPS