A close-up of a red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa) flower bud, showing clusters of deep purple buds surrounded by young green leaves
Macro photograph of an emerging red-berried elder bud with tightly packed purple flower clusters framed by soft green leaves, captured in natural light at Fresh Pond, Cambridge, MA.
Detailed botanical macro of a red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa) flower bud beginning to open, its vivid purple and green tones contrasted against a blurred natural background.
A developing flower bud of the native red-berried elder plant, showing fine leaf textures and deep purple inflorescence, part of the Fresh Pond Up Close! native plant photography series.
Close-up of red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa) flower buds emerging in early spring, highlighting the plant’s native beauty and intricate textures in a New England landscape.
A close-up of a red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa) flower bud, showing clusters of deep purple buds surrounded by young green leaves
Macro photograph of an emerging red-berried elder bud with tightly packed purple flower clusters framed by soft green leaves, captured in natural light at Fresh Pond, Cambridge, MA.
Detailed botanical macro of a red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa) flower bud beginning to open, its vivid purple and green tones contrasted against a blurred natural background.
A developing flower bud of the native red-berried elder plant, showing fine leaf textures and deep purple inflorescence, part of the Fresh Pond Up Close! native plant photography series.
Close-up of red-berried elder (Sambucus racemosa) flower buds emerging in early spring, highlighting the plant’s native beauty and intricate textures in a New England landscape.

Red-berried Elder Flower Bud (Sambucus racemosa) – Native Plant Macro Photography from Fresh Pond, Cambridge

$10.00

This macro photograph features the developing flower bud of Sambucus racemosa, commonly known as Red-berried Elder. Taken at Fresh Pond Reservation in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the image captures the moment the plant’s tight cluster of deep purple buds begins to emerge from its protective young leaves. The soft textures, vivid colors, and shallow depth of field draw attention to the early growth stage of this native New England shrub, known for supporting wildlife throughout the year.

Part of the “Fresh Pond Up Close! Native Plants of the Reservation” series, this photograph is ideal for anyone who appreciates botanical detail, ecological storytelling, or fine-art nature imagery.
High-resolution download suitable for printing up to 12"x12".

Recommended print sizes:

  • 8"x8" print in a 12"x12" frame

  • 12"x12" print in a 16"x16" frame

This macro photograph features the developing flower bud of Sambucus racemosa, commonly known as Red-berried Elder. Taken at Fresh Pond Reservation in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the image captures the moment the plant’s tight cluster of deep purple buds begins to emerge from its protective young leaves. The soft textures, vivid colors, and shallow depth of field draw attention to the early growth stage of this native New England shrub, known for supporting wildlife throughout the year.

Part of the “Fresh Pond Up Close! Native Plants of the Reservation” series, this photograph is ideal for anyone who appreciates botanical detail, ecological storytelling, or fine-art nature imagery.
High-resolution download suitable for printing up to 12"x12".

Recommended print sizes:

  • 8"x8" print in a 12"x12" frame

  • 12"x12" print in a 16"x16" frame

If you have any questions about this photograph please don’t hesitate to email me at stephanie@stephanieressel.com

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