'Sutherland Gold' Elder (Sambucus racemosa 'Sutherland Gold'): Golden Ferny Foliage

'Sutherland Gold' European Red Elder: Graceful Golden Ferny Foliage

Sambucus racemosa 'Sutherland Gold' is a choice specimen with finely divided golden foliage emerging bronze, less susceptible to sun scorch than other gold varieties. Creamy white flowers mature to red fruits. Graceful habit, 6–10 feet tall and wide.

Refined Golden Foliage

• Finely divided golden leaves emerging bronze
• Less sun scorch than other gold elders
• Creamy white flowers, red fruit
• Graceful habit, moderate growth
• Effective specimen plant
• Fruit edible cooked; raw toxic

Growing & Care

• Light: Full sun to part shade (morning sun, afternoon shade ideal)
• Soil: Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained
• Water: Medium moisture
• Maintenance: Low; hard prune to restrict size; cut back annually for foliage

Propagation

Sow seed in cold frame in fall; softwood cuttings in early summer, hardwood in winter.

Potential Problems

Powdery mildew, canker, dieback, rust, fungal leaf spots, borers, viruses.

Quick Reference

Height/Spread:	6–10 ft.
Bloom Time:	Summer
Flower Color:	White, yellow
Foliage:	Golden/burgundy
Fruit:	Red
Growth Rate:	Moderate
Uses:	Borders, specimen, cottage gardens