I have a Sutherland Elder in my front yard - full sun. I have had it for a few years, but the last couple of years, I have had to cut off large sections of the branches as they all of a sudden had ugly black dead leaves hanging on them.

The same thing has now happened with my Goldenlocks Elder which is in my backyard (also for a few years). I just noticed this with my Goldenlocks Elder about a week ago. (I have not yet pruned this one back). This is really disappointing as both plants were looking great. Has anyone had this elder problem and if so how can I stop it from continuing? Thanks so much!