Blue Elderberry ‘Cerulea’ – ćikʷikʷ

Long narrow, bright green leaves with floppy branches. The bush is next to a brick wall, with dark red and yellow leaves highlighting the background.

Plant Information

Lushootseed

ćikʷikʷ

(This translation was provided the Snoqualmie Tribe Culture Department)

Genus

Sambucus 

Species

mexicana

Cultivar Name

‘Caerulea’

Family

Viburnaceae

Common Name

Blue Elderberry

Common Family Name

Viburnum

Native to Washington

Yes

USDA Hardiness

4(9)

Plant Growth Habit

Shrub

Evergreen/Deciduous

Evergreen

Spread

8′-20′

Height

6′-12′

Last Updated April 24, 2026