This dramatic elder produces deep purple foliage and large, lightly scented pink flower heads in early summer. The dark leaves provide strong contrast in mixed borders and look particularly effective with lighter planting. A bold, architectural shrub with seasonal interest.

Quick Facts
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: June
• Height and spread: Around 300cm tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub
• Wildlife: Attracts pollinators

This is a deciduous shrub. Leaves fall in winter and return in spring.

Sambucus nygra 'Black Beauty' 9cm / 3L

This dramatic elder produces deep purple foliage and large, lightly scented pink flower heads in early summer. The dark leaves provide strong contrast in mixed borders and look particularly effective with lighter planting. A bold, architectural shrub with seasonal interest.

Quick Facts
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist but well drained soil
• Flowering time: June
• Height and spread: Around 300cm tall and wide
• Hardiness: Fully hardy shrub
• Wildlife: Attracts pollinators

This is a deciduous shrub. Leaves fall in winter and return in spring.

More Information

Plant in sun or partial shade.
Can be cut back hard in early spring if size control is needed.
This plant is considered toxic if ingested by humans or pets. If a toxicity warning is not shown on a plant listing, this does not automatically mean the plant is safe. Always take care when planting where children or animals may chew foliage.



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3m x 2m
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Fully Hardy

Quick Facts

Sunlight:

Full sun, Part shade

Soil:

Moist but well drained soil, Moist soil, Clay soil, Damp soil, Sandy soil, Well drained soil

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