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  • The Sambucus Black Lace - Black Elder features striking pink elderberry flowers contrasting with dark purple, finely cut leaves and is known for its blackish-red berries nestled in lush black foliage.
  • Dense clusters of dark green and purplish serrated leaves grace the Sambucus Black Lace - Black Elders multiple stems, accompanied by blackish-red berries among the foliage.
  • Close-up of small pink and white flower clusters nestled amid dark, fern-like foliage, characteristic of the Sambucus Black Lace - Black Elder.

Sambucus Black Lace

Black Elder

Sambucus Black Lace

Dark Purple, Almost Black Foliage | Pink Flower Clusters | Attractive Foliage Texture

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Here at Mail Order Trees, we want our customers to buy with confidence, which is why we offer a 2 year guarantee on all of our trees. Whilst we do thoroughly inspect all of our trees before dispatch, we do understand that sometimes trees can fail through no fault of your own. If we believe that your tree has failed due to an innate problem with the tree then we will replace it if it has failed within the 2 year period. Please note that the trees will not be covered under the guarantee if they have been neglected in some way, i.e by a lack of watering or by being planted in unsuitable conditions. 
 
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Description

Sambucus Black Lace, also known as Black Elder, is a distinctive and easy to grow shrub or small tree, known for its finely cut, dark purple foliage and soft pink summer flowers.

Black Elder's leaves have a delicate, almost fern-like appearance, which gives the plant a light and airy feel despite the depth of colour.

In early summer, Sambucus Black Lace produces clusters of pale pink flowers that contrast well with the dark foliage. These are followed later in the season by small, dark berries, which are attractive to wildlife.

The foliage colour is at its best in full sun, where it develops a rich, almost black tone.

In slightly shadier positions, Black Elder's leaves may appear more green, but the plant will still grow well. Over time, it forms a broad, rounded shape and can be kept more compact with regular pruning.

Sambucus Black Lace is fully hardy and adapts well to a range of soils, provided they are not waterlogged. Black Elder responds well to cutting back, which can encourage fresh growth and help maintain a tidy shape if space is limited.

If you are looking for a plant that offers strong foliage colour, seasonal flowers, and a relaxed natural form, Sambucus Black Lace is a reliable and versatile option.

Common Name: Black Lace Elder
Latin Name: Sambucus nigra porphyrophylla 'Black Lace'

Size

  • Mature Height:

    2.5-4 metres

    Mature Height - 2.5-4 metres

  • Mature Width:

    2.5-4 metres

    Mature Width: 2.5-4 metres

  • Growth Habit:

    Upright

    Upright tree growth habit for narrow and vertical garden spaces

Position

  • Planting Position:

    Full sun

    Best plants for full sun gardens, tips for sun-loving plants and flowers

  • Weather Exposure:

    Sheltered, Exposed

    Plants for both sheltered and exposed weather conditions in gardens

  • Hardiness:

    H6

Uses

Woodland plants for shaded garden areas, perfect for creating a natural, forest-inspired atmosphere.

Woodland

Wildlife plants that attract birds and pollinators, fostering biodiversity in your garden.

Attractive To Wildlife

Screening plants for privacy, creating natural barriers and windbreaks in your garden design.

Screening

Cottage-style plants that bring a rustic charm to your informal garden design.

Cottage/Informal

Plants for garden beds and borders, enhancing landscape design with vibrant colors and structure.

Border

Impact plants that make bold visual statements in garden decor, adding dramatic color and texture.

Impact

Ornamental plants to decorate your garden, creating visually striking features with unique textures.

Ornamental

Soil

  • Soil Type:

    Sandy, Clay, Loamy, Chalky

    Sandy, Clay, Loamy, and Chalky soil for a variety of plant species

  • Soil Ph:

    Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

    Soil pH Acidic Alkaline and Neutral types for optimal planting

Special Features

Uses:

Fragrant Flowers

Calender

 
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Fruit
Illustration of a purple apple with a green leaf on a brown stem. Simple illustration of a black apple with a brown stem and a green leaf. Illustration of a purple apple with a green leaf on a brown stem.
Flower
Illustration of a pink flower with five petals and a yellow center.
Foliage
A purple leaf with a black outline and several black lines running diagonally from the central stem to the edges.
A purple leaf with a black outline and several black lines running diagonally from the central stem to the edges.
A purple leaf with a black outline and several black lines running diagonally from the central stem to the edges.

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