Sambucus nigra Black Lace

Name: The Plant Company
Address: 284 Meeanee Road, Meeanee, Napier, 4112, New Zealand
Telephone: 0800 843 752
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Sambucus nigra Black Lace is a variety of the commonly known, Elderberry, and is a highly ornamental, deciduous shrub. It carries lacy, dark purple leaves which become adorned with fragrant, pink-purple flower heads in summer which result in purple-black berries. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and the same wide but can be trimmed as necessary. Sambucus nigra Black Lace makes a lovely specimen and is well suited to mixed plantings, cottage, and modern gardens, or using as a backdrop for smaller plants with the added benefit of Elderberries.

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Suited to regions:	All regions
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	2.50 m
Spread:	2.50 m
Flowering time:	Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Living areas
Garden styles:	Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Black Lace Elderberry, Sambucus nigra Black Lace, Black Elder Sambucus nigra, European Black Elderberry, Sambuca Plant, Black Elderberry, Black Lace Elder, Black Lace Elderberry Plant, Black Lace Elderberry Sambucus

Sambucus nigra Black Lace Details

Sambucus nigra Black Lace is a variety of the commonly known, Elderberry, and is a highly ornamental, deciduous shrub. It carries lacy, dark purple leaves which become adorned with fragrant, pink-purple flower heads in summer. The flower heads are mass of small flowers and provide an impressive contrast with the foliage. Purple-black berries follow the flowers and can be used to make Elderberry wine. As autumn progresses the leaves develop red tones before falling. It typically grows to 2.5 m tall and the same wide but can be trimmed as necessary. Best growth is achieved when planted in full sun on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and dry periods but does require wind protection while it is establishing. Sambucus nigra Black Lace makes a lovely specimen and is well suited to mixed plantings, cottage, and modern gardens, or using as a backdrop for smaller plants with the added benefit of Elderberries.