Black Tower Elder

Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower'

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Overview

The 'Black Tower' Elderberry (Sambucus nigra 'Black Tower') is an ornamental shrub with dramatic dark burgundy foliage. It matures to about 6-8 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide, perfect for vertical interest in gardens. Spring brings clusters of tiny pink flowers, contrasting with its foliage, followed by blackish-purple berries. These berries are attractive to wildlife and can also be used in jams and wines. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — It matures to about 6-8 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide, perfect for vertical interest in gardens

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — Spring brings clusters of tiny pink flowers, contrasting with its foliage, followed by blackish-purple

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — These berries are attractive to wildlife and can also be used in jams and wines

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — commonly referred to as Black Tower Elderberry

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — upright deciduous shrub that brings both visual appeal and functionality to the landscape

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 6–8 Ft.
Mature width: 3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family: Caprifoliaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — It matures to about 6-8 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide, perfect for vertical interest in gardens

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — Spring brings clusters of tiny pink flowers, contrasting with its foliage, followed by blackish-purple

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — These berries are attractive to wildlife and can also be used in jams and wines

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — commonly referred to as Black Tower Elderberry

Black Tower Elder (Sambucus Nigra 'Black Tower') — upright deciduous shrub that brings both visual appeal and functionality to the landscape

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