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Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Black Beauty'Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Gerda', Elder

Hardy Shrub

What is Hardy Shrub?
Woody plant, usually having a permanent framework of branches.
Capable of withstanding outdoor winter temperatures down to -15C.

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72% (12 Reviews)

Attractive, dark foliage

Fragrant blooms followed by glossy berries

Attracts birds and pollinating insects to the garden

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Height Up to 600cm (236.2in)
Spread Up to 400cm (157.5in)

Hardy Shrub

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Sun or semi shade

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Description
Seductively dark foliage makes this Elder particularly alluring. The burgundy-black leaves of Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Black Beauty' are the perfect contrast with its pink flowers. The sweet, lemon-scented blooms are carried in dense panicles in early summer, and later replaced by glossy black elderberries that are loved by birds. This hardy, deciduous shrub makes a highly decorative specimen for wildlife gardens, large borders and woodland areas. Height: 6m (20'). Spread: 4m (12').

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.


Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. The flowerheads are commonly used in infusions, making a very common drink and can be made into a syrup or cordial. They can also be dipped into a light batter and then fried to make elderflower fritters. Both flowers and berries can be made into elderberry wine. For more details about edible flowers click here.

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2 x 9cm Potted Plants (KA7895)

3 x 3 Litre Potted Plants (T80503P)

2 x 3 Litre Potted Plants (T80502P)

2 x 10 Litre Potted Plants (T74305P)

1 x 9cm Potted Plant (KA7533)

1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (Height 30cm+) (80331)

1 x 10 Litre Potted Plant (Height 80cm+) (74304)

1 x 7.5 Litre Potted Plant (KH0068)

How to Grow
Grow Sambucus in any moist but well drained soil in full sun or dappled shade, plants will also survive on poor, chalky soils.
More Info
Sambucus plants require very little pruning except for general maintenance and shaping in winter. However, if they become too large after a few years, they will also respond well to hard, restrictive pruning. Caution: irritant to skin and eyes, harmful if eaten.
Caution

Caution: irritant to skin and eyes,harmful if eaten

Delivery

Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.

Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.

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