Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana
Also Known As
- Sambucus sieboldiana
- ELDERBERRY
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 8'-16'
- W: 6'-16'
planting zones
- 6a-10a
Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana plant details
Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: adoxaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 6 FT - 16 FT - wide, 8 FT - 16 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10a
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana plant
How to Grow Sambucus racemosa ssp. sieboldiana
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- cream
Wildlife
- birds
- bees
- butterflies
Fruit
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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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
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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
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
5a-10b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
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