Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) Pack of 15 Cell Grown 10-20cm
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Product Code:
SANI15
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From Only: £19.99 Ex VAT
Or £1.33 Per Plant
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The RHS Elderberry (Sambucus Nigra) is a fast growing native deciduous shrub with graceful fern- like foliage, and upright stems with fine green leaves. It produces clusters of creamy white flower in June and July; followed by large bunches of shiny black elder-berries, high in Vitamin C. Both the flowers and berries are used in cordial and wine making. It comes into leaf early January and the leaves fall late in sheltered areas during November and have 5/7 leaflets with slightly serrated edges.
The Elderberry likes sunny areas to produce maximum fruit, but will tolerate some shade. It is suitable for all soil, but in particular prefers most and fertile soil. It is advisable to prune in March, to create a low framework of branches to carry on new growth.
The Sambucus Nigra has no serious insect or disease problems. Potential insects include black-fly and Glasshouse red spider mite. Toxicity; any part of the plant may cause discomfort if ingested. However, the berries may be consumed if cooked.
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Benefits
• RHS cell grown elderberry hedging plants, under licence granted by the Royal Horticultural Society
• The Sambucus Nigra is a fast growing native deciduous hedge
• Flower: White in Summer
• Foliage: Dark-green in spring, Dark-green in Summer, Yellow in Autumn
• Fruit: Black in Autumn
• Ultimate Height: 12ft (3.7m)
• Average growth/Year*: 2-3ft (60-90cm)
• Recommended Planting Distance: 3-5 per metre
*Average Growth/Year* = Average growth per year in first 10-20 years.
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