Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Sambucus nigra
Last Review
Features
Large flattened clusters of tiny cream-colored flowers in early summer, fragrant; large clusters of small black berries in late summer.
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soils are best, but will tolerate some dryness as well as wet sites; tolerates alkaline soil.
Notes
Tends to sucker and may need regular pruning to keep the plant in good shape.
Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
10.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
20.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
8.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
12.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form
Upright to oval
Native Regions, Text
Europe and Asia
Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Images
Image
picID
18570
Image
picID
18571
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
440