Sambucus nigra ‘Aurea’ - Hardy perennial. 2.5 metres height, 2.5 metres width. Full sun to part shade. Beautiful golden yellow vibrant young foliage. Large heads of fragrant white flowers followed by black berries. Berries cannot be eaten raw, but can be cooked and used to make jams, pie fillings or made into wine. Prefers moist well drained soil. Grows in most soil types. Can be pruned to contain size. Frost hardy