Black Beauty® Elderberry

Black Beauty® Elderberry
A showstopping shrub with rich purple-black foliage, fragrant pink blooms, and edible berries.

Plant Highlights

• Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Water: Regular watering; tolerates a range of soil moisture levels
• Temperature: Hardy in a wide range of climates; adaptable to varied soil conditions
• Growth: Large, upright shrub—excellent as a specimen, hedge, or mixed border accent
• Pet Safe: No—elderberry foliage and unripe berries are toxic if ingested
• Origin: Cultivated variety of Sambucus nigra

Why You'll Love It

• Rich purple-black foliage holds bold color from spring through fall
• Large, fragrant pink flower clusters bloom in early summer with a light anise scent
• Produces edible berries when planted near a compatible pollinator (Black Lace®, Instant Karma®, or Laced-Up® Elderberry)

Care Tips

• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system
• Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer to support vigorous growth
• Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh, colorful new growth

Shipping

• Ships within 1–3 business days
• Carefully packed to protect roots and foliage in transit
• Weather holds may apply during extreme heat (95°F+) or cold (34°F and below)