Plants that go well with Sambucus- Black Beauty Shrub.

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IrishLass Sydney, Canada Aug 09, 2009

Does anyone have this shrub? I have it planted along the back of the fence in my perennial garden. I am in the process of looking for plants that will compliment this shrub. Any comments will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

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sharonf1 Lake in the Hills, IL(Zone 5a) Aug 09, 2009

I just planted a "Wine and Roses" weigela behind some White Swan Coneflowers. Provides a good backdrop so that the flowers don't get lost when viewed from afar. White daisies or any white flower would pop out more I would think.

Enjoy your new shrub!
~Sharon

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sharonf1 Lake in the Hills, IL(Zone 5a) Aug 09, 2009

PS: My planting went the other way - flowers first, then shrub. Better to start out your way -shrub then flowers. :)
After a new garden at the back of my lot finally came into bloom I noticed the need. Its addition makes viewing the overall garden from the patio much nicer. Overall that garden is predominantly white with yellow, blue and silvers laced throughout. A splash of coral reef bee balm off center for fun - similar colored flowers but different enough that I'm glad it blooms at a different time than the first and second flush of blooms from W&R.

Have fun planning
~Sharon

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IrishLass Sydney, Canada Aug 10, 2009

Hi Sharon. Thanks for your comments. Sounds like you are having fun in your garden. I like your ideas too. Happy Gardening--IrishLass

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pollyk Hannibal, NY(Zone 6a) Aug 10, 2009

I have some hardy geraniums, Jolly Bee that grew up through my Black Lace and bloomed at the same time. It was a pretty combo.

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IrishLass Sydney, Canada Aug 10, 2009

Thank you pollyk. It is great to be able to get info from other garden fanciers. Have a great day.- IrishLass

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