Sambucus includes herbaceous perennials, deciduous shrubs, and small trees, characterized by pinnate foliage and clusters of small, creamy-white flowers. These blossoms are succeeded by berries that can be red, white, or black.

Sambucus nigra 'Pygmy'

Sambucus nigra 'Pyramidalis'

Sambucus nigra 'Riese aus Vossloch'

Sambucus nigra 'Robert Piggin' (v)

Sambucus nigra 'Sambu' (F)

Sambucus nigra 'Samdal' (F)

Sambucus nigra 'Samidan' (F)

Sambucus nigra 'Samnor' (F)

Sambucus nigra 'Sampo' (F)

Sambucus nigra 'Samyl' (F)

Sambucus nigra 'Snow White'

Sambucus nigra 'Stormy Dawn'

Sambucus nigra 'Tenuifolia'

Sambucus nigra 'Urban Green'

Sambucus nigra 'Urban Lace'

Sambucus nigra 'Witches Broom'

Sambucus nigra Gold Spark ('Alcsam') (v)

Sambucus nigra Golden Tower ('Jdeboer001' PBR) is a compact deciduous shrub characterized by its upright growth and narrower form compared to typical varieties. Its pinnate leaves exhibit a vibrant yellow hue from spring until autumn. In summer, the plant produces airy clusters of small, fragrant white flowers, which are subsequently replaced by glossy black berries.

Sambucus nigra Golden Tower ('Jdeboer001'PBR)

Sambucus nigra Instant Karma ('Sanivalk'PBR) (v)

Sambucus nigra f. laciniata is a robust, deciduous shrub characterized by its finely divided, fern-like foliage. In summer, it produces flat clusters of small, creamy-white flowers, which are succeeded by glossy, dark purple-black berries.

Sambucus nigra f. laciniata

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla

This deciduous shrub reaches up to 3 meters in height and features finely divided purplish-black leaves that create a lacy appearance from spring through autumn. In summer, it produces numerous flat clusters of small pinkish flowers, which emit the characteristic fragrance associated with elderflowers. Following the flowering period, purple-black berries may develop. Both the flowers and fruit can be utilized for enhancing beverages and culinary dishes.

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Eva'PBR

This deciduous shrub or small tree features rich purple leaves that persist from spring through autumn. It produces clusters of small, pinkish-purple flowers, which are subsequently replaced by dark purple-black berries.

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Gerda'PBR

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Guincho Purple' is a robust shrub or small tree that can reach heights of up to 6 meters. Its pinnate leaves emerge green, transition to a dark purple hue during the summer, and culminate in a red color as autumn approaches. In early summer, this variety produces flower clusters with pale pink blooms supported by dark pink stems, which are subsequently replaced by black fruits in late summer and early autumn.

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Guincho Purple'

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Purple Pete'

This deciduous shrub features a compact, upright form and finely dissected leaves that present a nearly black appearance. In summer, red buds develop into broad clusters of fragrant reddish-pink flowers, which later mature into shiny, dark purple berries in the fall, serving as a valuable food source for wildlife. It requires minimal upkeep.

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Thundercloud'

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla Black Tower ('Eiffel 1' PBR) is an erect deciduous shrub or small tree. Its leaves emerge green and transition to a deep purple when grown in full sun. In late spring, clusters of fragrant, pale pink flowers with prominent red anthers develop, leading to the formation of purple-black berries.

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla Black Tower ('Eiffel 1'PBR)

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla Blue Sheen ('Hyfsheen') is a bushy, deciduous shrub or small tree that can reach heights of up to 4 meters. Its pinnate leaves exhibit a mix of red and purple hues in spring, deepening to a darker red as summer transitions into autumn. In summer, the plant produces airy clusters of small, fragrant pink flowers, which give way to glossy, black berries.

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla Blue Sheen ('Hyfsheen')

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla Cherry Lace ('Hyfjolais')

Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla Laced Up ('Snr1292')

Sambucus nigra f. viridis

Sambucus nigra mosaic virus

Sambucus nigra subsp. caerulea

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Adams I' (F)

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Adams II' (F)

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Adams' (F)

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Aurea'

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Goldfinch'

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Hidden Springs'

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Johns' (F)

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Maxima'

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'Rubra'

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis 'York' (F)

Sambucus nigra subsp. canadensis var. submollis

Sambucus nigra var. rotundifolia

Sambucus palmensis

Sambucus racemosa

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