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Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Eva'
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Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Eva'

  • Loved by Garden Birds
  • Loved by Pollinators
  • Scented
The lacy black-crimson leaves and its soft, smokey-pink dome flower put this elder in a class of its own. Its AGM proves it's a cracker.
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The lacy black-crimson leaves and its soft, smokey-pink dome flower put this elder in a class of its own

Its AGM proves it's a cracker. When cooked, the berries (pulp and skin) are also edible. Contact a healthcare professional, dietitian or horticulturalist who can provide more information on this.

  • Loved by Garden Birds
  • Loved by Pollinators
  • Scented

Product details

Type
Shrub
Position
Border (Back)
Soil
Broad Tolerance
Flowers
June - June
Height
3.0m (10ft)
Common name
Black Elder
Moisture
Moist but Well-drained
Aspect
Full Sun
Spread
3.6m (12ft)

Care Tips

Elders are quick to establish in sun or shade and can easily reach 6ft in 2-3 years. To keep in check simply pollard the plant or selectively prune on a yearly rotation to keep the height down.

Flowering Time

June - June

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