berry Harvesting of Sambucus nigra 'Pendula' (black elderberry) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
black elder
Sambucus nigra 'Pendula'
Also Known As - European elderBlack elder (Sambucus nigra 'Pendula'), is a deciduous shrub native to Europe and Northern Asia. It grows up to 10 feet tall and wide, and produces large, fern-like foliage in shades of light green. The flowers of this shrub are small and creamy white, and appear in the late spring in large clusters. In the summer, dark purple-black berries ripen and are loved by wildlife. It does best in full sun and moist soil, and is known to be highly disease-resistant. Ideal for hedging, screening, and can also be planted in containers. Black elder adds interest to any outdoor space.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Greenwood Cuttings,Hardwood Cuttings
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun only if soil kept moist, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Sandy Clay
Fruits:
purple,black Fruits In Summer Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
For Black Elder (Sambucus nigra 'Pendula') plants, water 2 to 3 times per week, depending on the season and weather. In the summer, water for a longer period of time and more often to ensure the soil is consistently moist. In the winter, watering should be kept to a minimum as the plant is naturally entering dormancy. Generally, a good rule of thumb is to water until the soil is moist to a depth of 6 to 8 inches. Be sure to allow the soil to dry slightly in-between each watering. Reduce the frequency of water if the leaves of the Black Elder become wilted or yellowed; this is a sign of overwatering. During periods of drought or extreme heat, water more frequently in order to sustain the plant.
sunlight
Black elder (Sambucus nigra 'Pendula') plants thrive best in full sunlight, receiving at least 6 hours per day. During the summer months, when the days are longer, the plant should receive 8 to 10 hours of direct sunlight. During the winter months, when the day length is shorter, 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight is sufficient. When grown in partial sun, the plant may require supplemental light to supplement the natural light hours.
pruning
Black elder (Sambucus nigra 'Pendula') should be pruned in late winter or early spring. It's best to prune new growth back to only 2 or 3 healthy buds for the first couple of years to encourage bushy growth; in the third year, prune a third of the stems to the ground to create an open, vase-shaped canopy. After that, cut any dead or weak shoots but carry out minimal pruning each year.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Black elder typically starts flowering in May.
Harvest Fruit
berry Harvesting of Sambucus nigra 'Pendula' (black elderberry) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
