Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud'

A handsome garden shrub, Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud' has dark, chocolate-purple leaves which colour up best in a sunny position and large clusters of rich pinkish-white flowers in summer.

A choice, colourful and vigorous border shrub which can be pruned hard if required.

• Position: Full sun.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: June.
• Flower Colour: Pale pink
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Large branching shrub with an upright, rounded habit.
  • Height: 3 m (10 ft)
  • Spread: 2.5 m (8 ft)
• Notes: Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud' can be pruned back hard in the winter if required.