Sambucus nigra 'Pulverulenta'
Also Known As
- Pulverulenta Mottled Leaf Elderberry
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 5'-10'
- W: 5'-8'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Sambucus nigra 'Pulverulenta' plant details
Sambucus nigra 'Pulverulenta' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with variegated foliage. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sambucus nigra 'Pulverulenta'
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: adoxaceae
- Foliage: deciduous variegated
- Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
- Uses: hedge
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sambucus nigra 'Pulverulenta'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
By: Gossler Farms
Gardening facts about Sambucus nigra 'Pulverulenta' plant
How to Grow Sambucus nigra 'Pulverulenta'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
Wildlife
- birds
- butterflies
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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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
aka Sambucus caerulea var. neomexicana, Sambucus cerulea, Sambucus glauca var. neomexicana, Sambucus mexicana, Sambucus neomexicana, Sambucus nigra ssp. caerulea, Sambucus nigra ssp. cerulea, Blue Elderberry, Caerulea Blue Elderberry, Mexican Elderberry, New Mexico Elder, Tapiro
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 12'-20'
Width: 6'-15'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Sambucus nigra 'Gerda'
aka Sambucus 'Black Beauty', Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty', Black Beauty™ Elderberry
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
4a-10b
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 6'-12'
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Pyramidalis Columnar Elderberry
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 12'
Width: 4'
- sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Thundercloud', Black Elder, European Elder
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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