Black Tower Elderberry adds coarse texture that pairs well with fine-leaved grasses and perennials. A practical note for Black Tower Elderberry: Older canes can be removed at the base to refresh the framework and control congestion. Think of Black Tower Elderberry as an elderberry with both ornamental value and a practical landscape role. Find Black Tower Elderberry at The Greenhouse Nursery, a Cache Valley favorite in Logan, UT.
Sambucus nigra ‘Eiffel 1’ (Black Tower Elderberry)
Mature Height: 6-8 feet
Mature Width: 3-4 feet
Growth Rate: Fast, growing 24 inches or more annually.
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade.
Water Needs: Moderate. Adaptable but performs best with consistent moisture.
Flower Color: Pink
Bloom Time: Early summer
Fall Color: Purple-black foliage with dark berries


