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Sambucus Nigra European
Elderberries are one of the easiest and most versatile shrubs to grow in your edible landscape. These Central European and North American natives are often found growing wild along roadsides, forest edges, and abandoned fields.
Elderberries have beautiful fragrant , edible flowers and delicious fruits. The dark purple berries contain vitamins A and B, and more vitamin C than oranges. They are also high in cancer-fighting antioxidants. In fact, elderberry fruits have historically been used to treat many ailments, such as respiratory problems, colds, and flus. Plus, they are tasty when used in juices, jellies, jams, teas, pies, and wine. You can use the umbrella-shaped, elderberry blossoms for making a delicious fritters or even champagne .
GROWN FROM
Marcot / Air Layered
HOW LONG BEFORE IT WILL FRUIT6 months to 1 Year
(Can fruit up to 2 times a year in warmer climates)
POLLINATIONSelf Pollinating
DECIDUOUS OR EVERGREENDeciduous
WATERINGModerate watering
AMOUNT OF SUNFull Sun / Partial shade
WARNING : SOME PARTS OF THE ELDERBERRY TREE LEAVES / ROOTS AND FRUIT CONTAIN SMALL AMOUNTS OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES WHICH NEED TO BE COOKED BEFORE CONSUMING.PLEASE DO AN INTERNET SEARCH ON HOW TO PROCESS THEM PROPERLY BEFORE CONSUMING ANY PARTS OF THE TREE.
PLEASE READ THE LINK BELOW BEFORE PURCHASING
https://heritagehomesteading.com/elderberry-toxicity-what-part-of-elderberry-is-poisonous/
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