Black Elderberry

Sambucus nigra
Caprifoliaceae

Growth Habit

Shrub - Clonal

Description

Leaves green when young, becoming deep blackish-purple, turning red in autumn. Flowers pink in bud, opening to white flushed pink, contrasting well with the foliage; flower stalks stained with purple.

Source of plant

Arborvillage Farm Nursery, Forestfarm Nursery, Heronswood

Special characteristics

foliage characteristics