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Columnar Elderberry
Black Tower Elderberry
Sambucus nigra 'Eiffel 1' · PP23,633
Black Tower grows as a narrow column of deep burgundy leaves — dramatic color and height without taking over. Soft pink flowers give way to dark berries the birds love.
USDA Zones4-8
LightFull sun to part sun
Height6-8 ft
Width3-4 ft
BloomPink clusters, late spring
FoliageDark burgundy-purple · Deciduous
Key features
- Narrow, upright habit
- Dramatic dark foliage
- Pink flowers, then dark berries for birds
- Deer and rabbit resistant
Great for
Look for the white Gartenmeister® pot
Find Black Tower Elderberry in the garden center at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent nurseries.
Find Black Tower Elderberry in the garden center at Lowe's, The Home Depot and independent nurseries.
