Elderberry, Black

Sambucus nigra

Basics

Plant Type :Shrub
Hardiness Range : Minimum :4
Maximum :7.5
Zone : 4,5,6,7

Height Range : Minimum :182.88
Maximum :243.84

Spread Range : Minimum :182.88
Maximum :243.84

Growth Range :Average growth rate

Shape : Spreading or horizontal, Upright or erect

Exposure (light) : Full/partial sun

Wetness Tolerance : Moist
Persistnece : Broadleaf, Deciduous
Leaf Color : Purple

Fall Color : No change in color

Bloom

Color : Pink
Time : Mid summer

Fruit Color : Black, Purple
Attribute : Fragrant flowers

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :NA
Environment :Tolerates flooding, Tolerates moderate drought
Soil Condition :Adaptable, Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well drained