Sambucus nigra (Black Lace Elder) 'Black Lace'
Deeply dissected purple black foliage creates a dramatic lace like effect, the finely cut leaves forming an elegant contrast against pink tinged white flower clusters in early summer. The striking dark foliage maintains its rich colour throughout the season, developing more intense purple tones when planted in full sun. Flat umbels of blooms give way to glossy black berries that attract birds while adding ornamental interest. More refined in leaf structure than common elder varieties, it brings sophisticated texture to borders without overwhelming neighbouring plants. Adaptable to various soil conditions including clay, it thrives in both sun and partial shade while tolerating urban pollution. Perfect for adding depth to cottage gardens or contemporary schemes, the arching stems combine beautifully with silver foliaged plants or vibrant flowering perennials. A superb choice for creating year round impact with its combination of striking leaves, summer flowers and autumn berries.
Family of Trees: Adoxaceae
Habit: Upright Deciduous Shrub
Growth Rate: 40 to 60 cm/year
Optimal Temperature: 15-25°C, hardy to -20°C
Harmful if Eaten?: Berries edible when cooked, raw parts toxic
Flowers or Berries: Pinkish-White Flowers, Black-Berries
Hardiness: H6 (Very Hardy)
Hardiness ratings
All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets
- ○ H1a: under glass all year (>15C)
- ○ H1b: can be grown outside in the summer (10 - 15)
- ○ H1c: can be grown outside in the summer (5 - 10)
- ○ H2: tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen (1 to 5)
- ○ H3: hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK (-5 to 1)
- ○ H4: hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5)
- ○ H5: hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (-15 to -10)
- ○ H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15)
- ○ H7: hardy in the severest European continental climates (< -20)
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