Sambucus black tower is a plant that is known for its dark berries. The plant is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. The berries of the plant are used to make wine and jam. The plant is also used to make medicine.
Related plant:
Sambucus Black Beauty
About soil condition, Sambucus black tower is tolerant to a range of soil conditions from heavy clay to light, sandy soils. However, it prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Avoid planting in overly wet or poorly drained soils. Sambucus black tower is a fast-growing, deciduous shrub that can reach up to 15 feet in height. It has dark green leaves and clusters of small, black fruit. The fruit is edible and can be used to make jams and jellies. The shrub is tolerant to a range of soil conditions, but prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Like the other Sambucus species, the Sambucus black tower requires full sun to partial sun for optimal growth. It is a fast-growing plant that can reach a height of 15 feet in just a few years. The Sambucus black tower is a deciduous plant, which means that it will lose its leaves in the fall.
The temperature condition in the Sambucus black tower is ideal for the growth of the plants. The temperature is maintained at a constant level and the humidity is also at a moderate level. These conditions are necessary for the growth of the plants and for the proper functioning of the ecosystem.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 55-65%. If the air is too dry, the leaves will curl and the plant will become dormant. If the air is too moist, the plant will become susceptible to root rot.
Regarding fertilizer, this plant does best with a general-purpose fertilizer that is applied once per month during the growing season. A root stimulator can also be used to encourage strong root growth.
Pruning is an important part of caring for your Sambucus black tower. Prune in early spring, before new growth begins. Cut back any dead or damaged branches. Cut back any branches that are growing in an unwanted direction. Cut back any branches that are crossing or rubbing against other branches.
Propagation is best accomplished through softwood or hardwood cuttings taken from new growth in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be 4-6 inches long and should be taken from healthy, non-flowering stems. Dip the cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a pot filled with a well-drained soil mix. Place the pot in a location that receives indirect light and keep the soil moist. New growth should appear within 6-8 weeks. Once the new plants are established, they can be transplanted to their permanent location.
Usually, the plant growth rate is during the spring and summer when the weather is warm and there is plenty of rainfall. The plant can grow up to 3 feet in a single growing season. When the fall season arrives, the sambucus black tower growth rate slows down considerably. It can take up to two years for a full-sized plant to mature.
Common problems for this kind of plant are powdery mildew, aphids, and black walnut toxicity. Powdery mildew is a white or gray powdery growth on the leaves and stems of the plant. Aphids are small, wingless insects that suck the sap from the plant. Black walnut toxicity can occur when the plant is grown near black walnut trees. The toxicity can cause the leaves of the plant to turn yellow and the plant to become stunted.
Source:
Species Descriptions - Burke Herbarium Image Collection
Red elderberry - The North Creek Wetland - UW Bothell
Species (common name, Latin name) - University of Washington
