Product description
The āSutherland Goldā is a mid-sized deciduous shrub. Its creamy white flowers appear in bunches that are grouped throughout the shrub.
A lovely contrast comes when the bunches of small, red berries replace the flowers. The beautiful golds and greens of the foliage with the deep-red berries is a sight to behold. But the berries are for decorative purposes only, ingesting causes pain and discomfort.
This hardy plant is fearless against the harshness of cold winters. It prefers the sun as the leaves will lose their trademark bright gold colour in partially shaded areas. However, they do prefer to be sheltered and are a more resistant species to leaf scorch in full sun.
They prefer well-draining soils and can grow in a variety of soils and are drought-tolerant. This type of Elderberry shrub grows from a central mound.
Due to their flowers and fruiting, they attract a number of pollinators, mostly bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects during the flowering period and birds during the fruiting seasons.
This plant is sometimes compared to the Japanese Maple for its narrow pinnate leaves and golden colours.
This species is great to grow as a larger-sized accent plant in a medium to large-sized garden or open-cottage landscaping setting with plenty of sun.
Elder
Sambucus 'Sutherland Gold'
Sambucus 'Sutherland Gold'
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Product description
The āSutherland Goldā is a mid-sized deciduous shrub. Its creamy white flowers appear in bunches that are grouped throughout the shrub.
A lovely contrast comes when the bunches of small, red berries replace the flowers. The beautiful golds and greens of the foliage with the deep-red berries is a sight to behold. But the berries are for decorative purposes only, ingesting causes pain and discomfort.
This hardy plant is fearless against the harshness of cold winters. It prefers the sun as the leaves will lose their trademark bright gold colour in partially shaded areas. However, they do prefer to be sheltered and are a more resistant species to leaf scorch in full sun.
They prefer well-draining soils and can grow in a variety of soils and are drought-tolerant. This type of Elderberry shrub grows from a central mound.
Due to their flowers and fruiting, they attract a number of pollinators, mostly bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects during the flowering period and birds during the fruiting seasons.
This plant is sometimes compared to the Japanese Maple for its narrow pinnate leaves and golden colours.
This species is great to grow as a larger-sized accent plant in a medium to large-sized garden or open-cottage landscaping setting with plenty of sun.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune Sambucus annually in late winter to maintain shape and encourage healthy new growth.
How to Water
Water Sambucus regularly, especially during dry spells. Keep the soil moist but not soggy, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Once established, it is somewhat drought-tolerant.
How to Plant
Plant Sambucus in a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball, place the plant, and fill with soil. Space plants 180-240cm apart, depending on variety.
