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Introduced from the North Carolina Experiment station in 1988
Trees can begin to be thinned and harvested for firewood and rot resistant posts in 8 to 12 years
with a mature bush size of about 4' x 5'
resistant to bacterial spot
before dropping off to display the graceful form of the remaining slim branches
Black Lace® Elderberry Sweet Cherry Introduced from the North CarolinaSambucus nigra 'Black Lace' Black Lace has beautiful, inky purple black foliage that is finely cut like a Japanese maple. Enjoy the pink blooms and a light harvest of edible black fruit. Plant it as a dramatic accent; having another S. nigra nearby may increase the yield slightly, but this plant really shines for its ornamental, not fruiting, qualities. USDA Zone: 4 9 Grow Height: 8' (Medium) Sun: Full Sun Ripening Time: Late Summer Pollination: