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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckles) |
| Origin: Europe, Central (Europe) |
| Yellow/Chartreuse Foliage: Yes |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Summer |
| Height: 8-12 feet |
| Width: 8-12 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 0-10° F |
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Sambucus nigra 'Aurea' (Chartreuse Black Elder) - A large bushy deciduous shrub that grows to 8-15 feet tall with purplish-red stems. In late winter and early spring emerge the chartreuse compound leaves that mature to green. From May to June appear the tiny pink-tinged white flowers in large flattened cymes that turn into clusters of edible black elderberry fruits in late summer. Plant in full sun to light shade. Irrigate regularly to occasionally. Elderberry fruits can be used to make jams and jellies. Trim back repeatedly to encourage dark new foliage. Fruits are attractive to wildlife.
The information displayed on this page about Sambucus nigra 'Aurea' is based on our research conducted about this plant from books in our nursery library as well as from information that is provided by reliable online resources. We also have included our own observations made about it as it grew in the nursery gardens and other gardens visited, as well how the crops of this plant performed in the containers when we had them in our nursery field. We also include comments received from others and welcome hearing from anyone who has information about this plant, particularly if it includes cultural information aiding others to better grow it.
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