A beautiful ornamental and fruiting plant, this unique, purple-leafed form of Elderberry also bears good crops of tasty, shiny black berries. Guincho Purple was discovered in Northern Ireland and is prized for its wine-purple foliage, which contrasts beautifully with its large clusters of pink-tinted flowers.

Latin Name: Sambucus nigra

Class: European Elderberry

Size at Maturity: Most Elderberries grow to 6-8 ft. in height.

Pollination: While partially self-fertile, crops will be heavier if two varieties are planted.

Pests & Diseases: European Elderberry is not bothered by pests or diseases

Hardiness: European Elderberry is hardy to about minus 25°F.

Bearing Age: 2 -3 years after planting.

Bloom Time: May

Ripening Time: September

Yield: 20-30 lbs.

USDA Zone: 4

Sunset Western Zone: 2-7, 14-17

Sunset Northeast Zone: 32, 34, 39