Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 10'

planting zones

6b-8b

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Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata' plant details

Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with variegated foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by black and purple fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - moderate water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay and gritty soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: adoxaceae
Foliage: deciduous variegated
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata'

USDA Zones: 6b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - moderate

Soil needs: clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shrub or small tree to 20' tall with bark that becomes fissured, corky, and gray on trunks. Flowers are cream-colored and musk-scented. Shiny, purple-black fruit is edible and often used in jams and pies. Leaflets are broadly edged gold at first, later margined pale yellow to cream. Hardy to below 0F. Europe, North Africa, Southwestern Asia.

By: Native Sons

Top rank Elderberry with yummy yellow patterned foliage. Flat clusters of white flowers in spring are followed by late summer bunches of black fruit on pink stems which contrasts magnificently with the foliage. These berries hang on for bird forage after the leaves drop.

By: Far Reaches Farm

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Photo of Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata' flower, foliage by Native Sons

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Gardening facts about Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata' plant

How to Grow Sambucus nigra 'Aureomarginata'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - moderate
Soil Needs
- clay
- adaptable
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
Flower Color
- white
Fruit
- purple
- black
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Sambucus nigra Black Lace™ PP15575

Scientific Name: Sambucus nigra 'Eva'

aka Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace', Sambucus nigre 'Eva Black Lace', Black Lace Elderberry, Black Lace™ European Elderberry

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-8'

sun - mostly shade
even moisture - regular

Photo of Sambucus nigra Black Lace™ PP15575 flower by Anna Kullgren

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