SAMBUCUS nigra
´Black Tower´ (´Eiffel 1´)^Ⓢ

Remarkable selection from the selection-period of ´Black Beauty´® and ´Black Lace´® of EAST MALLING RESEARCH CENTRE. Compact and fastigiate form. Dark-red, glossy leaves are green as a young leafy shoot. In beautyful contrast are the pink-white inflorescences with a lemony fragrance. Fruits are violet-black and can be used as healthy food. First Sambucus nigra with a fastigiate form. A magnificent, hard and healthy ornamental shrub. Suitable for container, little gardens and exclusive hedges. Best ornamental shrub at National Plant Exhibition 2010, England. H, K, R, S. Zone 5a. European Plant Breeders´ rights EU 35864 – unauthorized propagation prohibited!