SAMBUCUS RACEMOSA LEMONY LACE™ / LEMONY LACE™ ELDERBERRY

SAMBUCUS RACEMOSA LEMONY LACE™ / LEMONY LACE™ ELDERBERRY
A Bright, Lacy-Foliaged Shrub with Showy Flowers and Edible Berries

Sambucus racemosa Lemony Lace™, commonly known as Lemony Lace™ Elderberry, is an ornamental shrub that stands out for its bright, chartreuse-colored, finely cut foliage and its clusters of creamy white flowers. This unique elderberry offers a striking contrast in the landscape and is perfect for adding color and texture to garden beds, borders, or as an accent plant. The edible red berries it produces are great for making jams, jellies, and syrups, offering both beauty and functionality.

Why Choose Lemony Lace™ Elderberry?

• Bright, Lacy Foliage: The soft, chartreuse-green leaves create a beautiful contrast in your garden, providing color throughout the season.
• Fragrant Blooms: Clusters of creamy white flowers in early summer add fragrance and attract pollinators.
• Edible Berries: Produces red berries that ripen in late summer and can be used for culinary purposes.
• Compact Size: Smaller than many elderberries, making it perfect for smaller gardens or containers.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Chartreuse Foliage: The bright yellow-green leaves create a glowing, lacy texture, adding interest to the garden.
• Fragrant White Flowers: Creamy white flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and birds.
• Edible Red Berries: Produces red berries that can be harvested for jams, jellies, and syrups (cooking required for safe consumption).
• Compact Growth: Reaches 4–6 feet tall and wide, making it suitable for smaller spaces or as an accent plant.
• Four-Season Appeal: The plant’s distinctive foliage provides color from spring to fall, and its structure remains visually interesting in winter.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: 4–6 feet tall and wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–7.
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; tolerant of a variety of soil conditions.

Ideal Uses:

• Small Gardens & Containers: Ideal for compact spaces or decorative pots due to its smaller size.
• Specimen Plant: The unique foliage makes it a standout addition to any garden or landscape.
• Edible Gardens: Grow your own red elderberries for use in cooking and preserving.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators with its fragrant blooms.

Lemony Lace™ Elderberry is a wonderful choice for gardeners looking for a visually striking shrub with vibrant foliage and fragrant flowers. Its edible berries and compact size make it a versatile and attractive addition to any landscape.