Sambucus nigra 'Black Tower'
Sambucus 'Black Tower' - A striking, upright deciduous shrub with dramatic, deep purple-black foliage and a narrow, columnar habit. In early summer, ‘Black Tower’ produces flat clusters of fragrant, pale pink flowers that contrast beautifully with its dark leaves, followed by glossy black berries in autumn. Perfect for adding vertical interest and bold colour to borders or mixed plantings.
- Upright, columnar growth for vertical interest
- Deep purple-black foliage
- Pale pink, fragrant flowers in early summer
- Glossy black berries in autumn (loved by wildlife)
- Ideal for borders, mixed beds, or as a statement shrub
- Height 200cm - Spread 100cm
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EAN code8719323520783
- Pot Size10L (29cm)
- AspectEast-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Attractive to WildlifeAttractive to Bees, Attractive to Butterflies & Moths
- AwardAGM (Award of Garden Merit) RHS
- Flower ColourPink
- Flower FormPaniculate
- Flowering MonthJune, July
- Foliage ColourBronze, Purple
- Foliage TypeDeciduous
- Garden StyleCity & Courtyard Garden, Coastal, Cottage & Informal Garden
- Hardiness (RHS rating)H7 colder than -20ºC. Very hardy
- Height300cm
- Spread300cm
- MoistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
- pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Plant HabitBushy, Columnar / Upright
- Plant TypeShrub
- Planting TypesBorders and Beds, Hedging & Screens
- Season of InterestSpring, Summer, Autumn
- Soil TypeChalk, Loam, Sand
- Special AttributesAttractive Foliage, Berries or Fruit, Easy to Grow, Low Maintenance, Scented Flowers
- SunlightFull Sun, Partial Shade
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