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    Sambucus nigra

    Also Known As

    • Black Elder

    Plant type

    tree, shrub

    size

    • H: 8'-20'
    • W: 6'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Sambucus nigra plant details

    Sambucus nigra is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Sambucus nigra

    Plant type: shrub or tree
    Plant family: adoxaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 6 FT wide, 8 FT - 20 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Sambucus nigra

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An evergreen large shrub or small tree. Bright green divided leaves, to 30cm long, are held in pairs on strong hollow stems up to 6m high. During the warmer months large lacey heads of small white starry flowers are produced, sometimes followed by black berries. The flowers and berries are edible and the flowers can be used in pancakes for something different.

    By: Zephs

    Gardening facts about Sambucus nigra plant

    How to Grow Sambucus nigra

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - bright shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • butterflies

    • Fruit

      • black

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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