elderberry black beauty (sambucus nigra)
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Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace'
Comments (17)I planted a 'Black Lace' last spring (2006) under what appears to be the exact same conditions you have - beside the foundation of white house, south exposure, alkaline soil. The plant itself was small (gallon size) and didn't look too promising but we did water it regularly throughout our very hot summer with its accompanying drought. By fall it had filled out somewhat but was only about 18" tall. This year we had what we thought was a very early spring (temps in the 70's in March) and everything, including the 'Black Lace' really took off. Then winter returned with a vengence and the prolonged below-freezing temps and a couple of 6" heavy, wet snows, totally killed all new growth. It's a month later now and the 'Black Lace' is growing like mad. It's filling out nicely (about 30" wide now) and is at least 36" tall and growing. Right now its color is dark green and there's one cluster of flower buds that should bloom in a week or so. Probably there would have been more blooms if we hadn't had that freezing spell. Last year during the summer the foliage was much darker so I'm guessing that it will blacken as it gets hotter. Considering how well mine is growing despite all the hardships it has endured, I highly recommend it....See MoreSambucus Nigra Black Lace Elderberry from seeds?
Comments (4)You'll need to purchase or start plants from cuttings if you wish to get what you see :) True patent name is Sambucus nigra 'Eva'..."Black Lace" is only the trademark name. I have the common species Sambucus nigra ssp. cuerulea (Aka S. mexicana)...Blue Elderberry if you want to try some seeds for this one. Berries are edible and used in jams, pies, etc. Let me know at la_raspberry@yahoo.com...See MoreSambucus nigra
Comments (1)I'm going to try the shrub forum, I guess....See MoreBlack Lace Elderberry-Sambucus nigra 'Eva'
Comments (4)I bought a decorative elderberry a couple of years ago. It very well could have been Sambuca. I remember it was fairly expensive with dark lacey foliage, and stems. I planted it by my natural pond/stream thinking it liked to be moist. Didn't do anything really, and didn't come back the next year either. Maybe too much moisture. I live by Guelph, Ont. zone 5b....See Morenewyorkrita
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