Black Elderberry Tree | Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty'
A rich purple stunner
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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Black Elderberry Tree
Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty'
- Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty', black elderberry tree, is a small deciduous tree notable for its deep purple foliage and autumn berries
- A bushy shrub or tree that can grow up to 4m high and wide
- Rich, dark purple pinnate leaves from spring to autumn
- Flat heads of small pink flowers in summer, followed by dark purple berries in autumn
- RHS Award of Garden Merit
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
No, Black Elderberry Tree is not suitable for growing in a pot.
How big does it get?
The Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty' can grow to a height of 3 to 4 metres and a spread of 2 to 3 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Black Elderberry Tree prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Black Elderberry Tree prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Black Elderberry Tree requires regular watering to keep the soil consistently moist, especially when temperatures rise above 25 degrees Celsius.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Black Elderberry Tree requires pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. You can safely cut back up to 30 centimetres of growth during the dormant season, typically when temperatures drop below 10 degrees Celsius.
How hardy is this plant?
The Black Elderberry Tree is exceptionally hardy, holding an RHS H6 rating, meaning it can survive temperatures as low as -20°C anywhere in the UK.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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