Black elderberry Black Lace is a delight for garden and palate
The Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' ®, which is the botanical name of the black elderberry, is a popular hardy wild fruit in many gardens. After flowering, which takes place between May and June, the beautiful pink to white flowers turn into dark elderberries. These berries form a wonderful contrast to the dark purple, deeply cut leaves of the elderberry Black Lace. The berries can be used to make delicious things such as jams, juices or spirits. These are not only suitable for home use, but are also welcome as souvenirs.
The great year-round garden shrub
With its loosely upright growth habit, Sambucus nigra Black Lace is an ideal plant in any kitchen or natural garden. Its rather imposing growth height of 200 – 300 cm makes it an attractive garden element. Whether as a solitary plant or in a group, the Black Lace elderberry can be used according to your own taste. The bushy growth habit is further enhanced by the summer-green, unevenly pinnate flowers. If the Sambucus nigra is to bear fruit regularly, it is advisable to prune it in autumn after harvesting. As it grows older, the crown, which is still somewhat sparse at the beginning, becomes broader and more overhanging, making it a real feast for the eyes.
A true insect and bird magnet
Our native insects such as bees, bumblebees and butterflies are attracted to the pink-white flowers that bloom in umbrella panicles and love the nectar. The small black berries are in turn loved by wild animals and birds. However, both are in great demand not only as food for animals, but the black elderberry Black Lace has been known as a medicinal plant since time immemorial. In the past, the juice of the berries was used to treat fever or a cold, and you can still find an elderberry in every country garden. Even today, many people swear by the effect of the juice. A tea or syrup is often made from the flowers. This syrup is often found in sauces or mixed drinks.
Location and requirements
Sunny to semi-shady locations are preferred by the black elderberry Black Lace. The bushy shrub does not make any special demands on the soil, which should be somewhat nutritious and moist. If the shrub becomes too large for your needs, you can easily cut it back. The Sambucus nigra 'Black Lace' is also very popular as a hedge plant, as it quickly provides dense privacy due to its growth form.
For one metre of hedge you need 1 – 3 plants.
Our plants are all pot-grown and can therefore be planted all year round
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