Native to much of the western U.S., including most of Utah. Grows in moist areas along streams in the mountains. Fairly short-lived. Shade intolerant, but likes protected sites. © 2012 Utah State

Caprifoliaceae Blue Elder is extremely rare in Texas, found only at about 7,000 feet and above in the Chisos and Davis mountains in west Texas. It is, however, prevalent in the Rocky Mountains and