Sambucus racemosa Proven Winners© 'Lemony Lace©'

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Sambucus racemosa Proven Winners© ‘Lemony Lace©’ is a deciduous shrub selected for the visual effect of its leaves rather than seasonal flower display. The plant produces finely divided foliage that emerges a bright yellow-green in spring, giving the shrub a light, almost feathery appearance from the outset of the growing season. The leaf structure creates a soft outline and allows light to pass through the plant, preventing it from appearing dense or heavy in borders. As growth continues, the colour settles into a gentler tone while maintaining contrast against darker planting. The shrub develops a stable, upright framework that provides structure without dominating surrounding plants. Best used as a foliage accent, ‘Lemony Lace©’ suits mixed borders and contemporary planting schemes where texture, colour separation, and form are more important than floral impact.

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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
Flower Colour
  • White
Eventual Height
  • 1-1.5m
Flowering Month
  • April
Planting Position
  • Full sun
  • Part shade
Features
  • Deciduous
  • Compact
  • Interesting Foliage

How to care for Sambucus racemosa Proven Winners© 'Lemony Lace©'

Light:
Full sun to partial shade; best foliage colour is achieved in full sun, though light shade is tolerated.

Soil:
Moist, fertile, well-drained soil; adaptable to most soil types including clay, provided drainage is reasonable.

Water:
Water regularly during establishment; once established, it is tolerant of short dry periods but performs best with consistent moisture.

Pruning:
Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage strong new growth; can be cut back hard if required.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in UK conditions.

Feeding:
Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring; mulch annually to conserve moisture and improve soil structure.

Notes

Compact, deciduous elder

Finely cut, lace-like foliage

Bright golden-yellow leaves with red-orange highlights

Strong colour from spring through autumn

Naturally neat, upright habit

Small creamy-white spring flowers

Attractive red berries in late summer (not for consumption)

Excellent for borders and feature planting

Ideal for adding contrast and colour

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