Sambucus nigra 'Eva' | Black Lace Elderberry
DESCRIPTION
Sambucus nigra 'Eva', commonly known as Black Lace elderberry, is an ornamental shrub known for its finely cut, deep purple-black foliage and delicate pink flowers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it produces large, flat clusters of small, pale pink blossoms that contrast beautifully with the dark, almost black leaves. As the season progresses, small dark berries form, adding additional interest and attracting birds.
This cultivar was developed in Europe as a more compact and refined variety of the native Sambucus nigra, chosen for its unique leaf color and ornamental flowers. 'Eva' has become a popular choice for gardens, where it provides a dramatic contrast in flowerbeds, borders, or mixed plantings, combining both beauty and functional value in a variety of landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Sambucus nigra 'Eva', commonly known as Black Lace elderberry, is an ornamental shrub known for its finely cut, deep purple-black foliage and delicate pink flowers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it produces large, flat clusters of small, pale pink blossoms that contrast beautifully with the dark, almost black leaves. As the season progresses, small dark berries form, adding additional interest and attracting birds.
This cultivar was developed in Europe as a more compact and refined variety of the native Sambucus nigra, chosen for its unique leaf color and ornamental flowers. 'Eva' has become a popular choice for gardens, where it provides a dramatic contrast in flowerbeds, borders, or mixed plantings, combining both beauty and functional value in a variety of landscapes.
DESCRIPTION
Sambucus nigra 'Eva', commonly known as Black Lace elderberry, is an ornamental shrub known for its finely cut, deep purple-black foliage and delicate pink flowers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it produces large, flat clusters of small, pale pink blossoms that contrast beautifully with the dark, almost black leaves. As the season progresses, small dark berries form, adding additional interest and attracting birds.
This cultivar was developed in Europe as a more compact and refined variety of the native Sambucus nigra, chosen for its unique leaf color and ornamental flowers. 'Eva' has become a popular choice for gardens, where it provides a dramatic contrast in flowerbeds, borders, or mixed plantings, combining both beauty and functional value in a variety of landscapes.
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Family: Adoxaceae
Height: 5 to 6 feet
Width: 4 to 5 feet
Foliage color: Deep purple-black leaves with a rich contrast
Flower color: Light pink clusters
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low, prune regularly to maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA Zones 4-7
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees, butterflies, and birds, particularly with its berries
