- The Sambucus Blue Sheen commonly known as Elderberry is a deciduous shrub that produces reddish/deep pink foliage in the Spring, with a glossy blue sheen. The leaves then become a deeper red in the Summer and Autumn. Light pink flushed blooms appear during the Summer, which are then followed by black elderberries.
- Black Sheen Scambucus likes to grow in moist but well draining soil, but can tolerate waterlogged, slightly chalky ground. For the best foliage colour, this plant prefers to grow in full sun - otherwise the foliage can turn a greenish-bronze which is also very attractive.
Plant genus Sambucus
Common Name Elder
Plant type Hedging Plant, Shrubs
Foliage type Herbaceous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect North Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Pink
Leaf colour Green, Blue, Purple
Growth Rate Fast
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Hosta, Ferns, Heuchera
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods rather than little and often, allowing the soil to drain between waterings. Container-grown plants should be checked more frequently in warm or windy weather.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in partial shade to gentle sun in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
Christmas Tree Delivery
FREE on all Pot Grown Trees (2.5ft & over)
*Mainland UK only
*Northern Ireland delivery unavailable
Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Evri
£4.99 on orders under £40
FREE on orders over £40
*Mainland UK only
Next Working Day Delivery - Evri
£6.99 on orders under £70
FREE on orders over £70
Order by 1pm Mon-Fri
Premium Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Royal Mail
For customers who prefer an alternative carrier, Royal Mail is offered as a premium alternative to our standard Evri service.
£7.99 on all orders
Premium Next Working Day Delivery - Royal Mail
£8.99 on all orders
*Mainland UK only
Northern Ireland & Islands Delivery (2-5 working days)
£6.99 on all orders
Top tip
Key Features
Season of Interest
Sambucus Nigra Blue Sheen
Elderberry Plant - Deciduous Shrub
£11.99
Unit price perOut of stock
- The Sambucus Blue Sheen commonly known as Elderberry is a deciduous shrub that produces reddish/deep pink foliage in the Spring, with a glossy blue sheen. The leaves then become a deeper red in the Summer and Autumn. Light pink flushed blooms appear during the Summer, which are then followed by black elderberries.
- Black Sheen Scambucus likes to grow in moist but well draining soil, but can tolerate waterlogged, slightly chalky ground. For the best foliage colour, this plant prefers to grow in full sun - otherwise the foliage can turn a greenish-bronze which is also very attractive.
Plant genus Sambucus
Common Name Elder
Plant type Hedging Plant, Shrubs
Foliage type Herbaceous, Perennial
Hardiness Hardy
Soil acidity Neutral
Planting aspect North Facing, East Facing, West Facing, Partial Shade or Sun
Flower colour Pink
Leaf colour Green, Blue, Purple
Growth Rate Fast
Edible Use No
Planting Companion Hosta, Ferns, Heuchera
Light Required Full Sun
Watering Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist while the plant establishes. Once established, water during prolonged dry periods rather than little and often, allowing the soil to drain between waterings. Container-grown plants should be checked more frequently in warm or windy weather.
Best Growing Conditions Grow in partial shade to gentle sun in fertile, well-drained loam. Choose a position with good airflow and enough space for the plant to reach its mature size. Mulch after planting and keep the root zone free from prolonged waterlogging, particularly through winter.
Christmas Tree Delivery
FREE on all Pot Grown Trees (2.5ft & over)
*Mainland UK only
*Northern Ireland delivery unavailable
Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Evri
£4.99 on orders under £40
FREE on orders over £40
*Mainland UK only
Next Working Day Delivery - Evri
£6.99 on orders under £70
FREE on orders over £70
Order by 1pm Mon-Fri
Premium Standard Delivery (2-4 working days) - Royal Mail
For customers who prefer an alternative carrier, Royal Mail is offered as a premium alternative to our standard Evri service.
£7.99 on all orders
Premium Next Working Day Delivery - Royal Mail
£8.99 on all orders
*Mainland UK only
Northern Ireland & Islands Delivery (2-5 working days)
£6.99 on all orders
Top tip
Key Features
Season of Interest