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Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace'

Black elder

£14.99
£14.99

3 litre pot

Dark, finely cut foliage and soft pink blooms make Black Lace a dramatic focal shrub for sunny and mixed borders.
  • Architectural foliage
  • Wildlife-friendly flowers
  • Fast-growing
  • Can be grown as a feature shrub or informal hedge
  • Strong seasonal colour contrast

  • Aspect

    full sun to partial shade

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy in the UK.

  • Flowers

    June - July

  • Soil type

    Loam, clay, chalk

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  • Why we like this plant

    Choose Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' for its dramatic foliage and graceful habit. It delivers bold colour throughout the growing season and works beautifully as a focal point in modern or cottage-style planting schemes.

  • About this plant

    A striking ornamental elder with finely cut deep purple-black foliage and soft pink flowers that create dramatic contrast in borders and large containers. Elegant and easy to grow, it adds colour and texture from spring to autumn.

  • Key features

    • Deep purple-black lace-like foliage
    • Soft pink flower heads in early summer
    • Fast-growing and easy to shape
    • Excellent contrast plant for mixed borders
    • Suitable for large pots and feature planting

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 250–400cm | Spread: 250–400cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Large upright deciduous shrub

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Back of border, feature planting or large patio container

Planting guide

Plant in spring or autumn in moist but well-drained soil. Position in full sun for the richest foliage colour, although it will tolerate partial shade. Water well during establishment and mulch annually.

Care tips

Prune lightly each year to keep plants tidy and encourage vigorous new growth. Remove older stems at the base if plants become congested. Water during prolonged dry spells in summer.

Winter care

Fully hardy and low maintenance through winter. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh colourful growth. Mulch around the base in colder areas.