Intense purple black foliage is very finely cut. Creamy pink flowers bloom in the spring contrast with the foliage. The blackish red berries are edible.Easy to grow and fast; spreads by suckering. Very adaptable. Should be cut back heavily to enhance the foliage effect. Botanical Name- Sambucus nigra ‘Eva’ Pronunciation- sam-BYOO-kus NY-gruh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 8 ft Mature Height- 8 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Prefers moist soil, but tolerant of drier soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Cream / pink Bloom Time- Late spring – early summer Companion Plants- Monarda fistulosa – dark foliage vs lavender blooms, pollinator haven Fauna Attracted- Bees, pollinating flies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C10 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter or after flowering; water regularly and fertilize lightly. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove old stems and encourage fresh growth. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Improve clay soil with compost to encourage fruiting. Fertilizer Recommendation- Berry-tone Possible Issues- Borers, powdery mildew
