Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud'

Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud' - flowers in summer

Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud' - established plant

Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud'

Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud' - flowers in summer

Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud' - established plant

Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud'

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(Black Elder) 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.

Although tolerant of some shade, best foliage colour and flower display is usually seen when planted in a position with plenty of sun. Can be grown in a large container.

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3 litre pot (3-4 years old, 40-60 cm tall)

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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.

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Large (15m+), Shrub - Large (3m+)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Dry/Sandy, Site: Coastal Areas, Site: Windy
Special Features: Flowers in Summer, Fruit - Ornamental, Wildlife Friendly - Bees, Foliage - Purple/Red, Suitable for Containers

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