Sambucus racemosa 'Lemony Lace'
Sambucus racemosa ‘Lemony Lace’ is a deciduous ornamental elderberry with finely cut, vibrant chartreuse foliage, ideal for creating a bright focal point in borders, informal hedges, or as a specimen plant. In spring, its young, red-margined leaves emerge brilliantly, followed by clusters of white flowers that precede the appearance of decorative red fruits in summer, which are highly attractive to birds. Its bushy, slightly irregular habit gives it a light and textured appearance, perfect for natural or contemporary gardens. This cultivar combines ornamental value with ease of maintenance, offering good drought tolerance, deer resistance, and a preference for sunny to partial shade exposures. Hardy down to -34 °C, it adapts to a wide variety of well-drained soils.
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