Black Elderberry

Sambucus Nigra

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Overview

Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a deciduous shrub noted for its lush, purple-black berries and clusters of fragrant white flowers. Ideal for zones 4-7, it reaches up to 10 feet in height and spreads 6-10 feet. This versatile plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and tolerates a range of soil conditions. Berries and flowers are valued for culinary and medicinal uses, attracting birds and beneficial insects.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate

Black Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) — Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a deciduous shrub noted for its lush

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Caprifoliaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Black Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) — featuring 5 to 7 leaflets with serrated margins; this versatile plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and, image 121

Black Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) — Sambucus nigra is bedecked with clusters of tiny; it performs best in full sun to partial shade, image 123

Black Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) — deciduous shrub renowned for its ornamental and medicinal qualities; sambucus nigra is bedecked with clusters, image 118

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