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Sambucus nigra Black Tower

Common name: Elder

A unique blend of sophistication and natural beauty

-15 to -20°C
Good Cut Flowers
Scented
Good for Pollinators

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9cm Pots
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Sambucus nigra 'Black Tower' is a striking cultivar of the elderberry species which captivates with its dramatic presence and ornamental charm. Standing tall and proud, 'Black Tower' boasts a slender, upright form that reaches skyward, making it an ideal choice for compact spaces or as a focal point in larger gardens. With its dark, lacy, almost black foliage that contrasts beautifully against clusters of delicate pink flowers in spring, this cultivar offers a stunning visual display throughout the seasons. As summer transitions to autumn, the nectar-rich flowers, much loved by bees and other pollinators, give way to glossy black, ornamental berries, attracting birds and wildlife. Not just a feast for the eyes, Sambucus nigra 'Black Tower' also requires minimal maintenance, thriving in well-drained soil, facing any aspect, in full sun or partial shade. Whether used as a solitary specimen, a hedge, or in mixed borders, this deciduous shrub is hardy to around -20°C and will reach a mat
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Key Information
Latin Name Sambucus Nigra Black Tower P9
Common Name Elder
Hardiness H6 (-15 to -20°C)
Colour Pink
Format 9cm Pots
Position Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Foliage Deciduous
Height in Maturity (m) 2.50 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 1.30
Soil Conditions Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Scented Yes
Good for pots Yes
Good for wildlife Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes

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