Synonyms
Sambucus nigra 'Foliis Purpureis'
Sambucus nigra 'Folius Purpurea'
Sambucus nigra f. porphyrophylla 'Purpurea'
Sambucus nigra 'Guincho Purple'
Sambucus nigra 'Purpurea'
Shrubs
A bushy large shrub or small tree, up to 6m high, with pinnate leaves which open green, turn dark purple in summer, and finally red in autumn. Flowerheads in early summer, of pale pink flowers on dark pink stems, are followed by black fruits in late summer and early autumn
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
4-8 metres
Max Spread
4-8 metres