Botanical Name: Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud'
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Common Name: Thundercloud Elderberry  
Plant photo of: Sambucus nigra 'Thundercloud'
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Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Purple

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

Blue

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Information by: Stephanie Duer
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  • Description

  • Notes

Thundercloud elderberry is a deciduous shrub that grows 6 to 10 feet tall and wide. The leaves are pinnately compounded, and of an extraordinary blackish-burgundy color. May/June flowers are whitish-pinkish and grow in clusters that eventually give way to edible blue berries. Berries are loved by birds, but they are also good for making jams, jellies, and wine. Useful as an accent, in low spots in the garden that collect excess water. Tolerates dry shade. Foliage is fabulous in arrangements.