Elderberries
Sambucus spp.
An easy to grow great multipurpose bush for the edible landscape.
Large upright vigorous bushes possess a magical charm and attractive foliage. Dark blue/black fruits and large lacy creamy white flowers are very healthful and used medicinally for colds and fevers. Fruits also make rich and wild flavored jams, wine, syrups and pies. Flowers can be used to make Elderberry fritters or other delicious treats. Indigenous People in what is now called California were in deep relationship with this plant, using it for a variety of purposes.
Plants bloom and fruit abundantly over a long season. Works great in hedgerows or as a companion plant, as it has been shown to have a variety of ecological benefits.
Grows 6-8 ft. tall. American varieties are best pollinated by other American varieties and European varieties are best pollinated by another European variety. Zones 4-9.
Elderberries
38 productsSambucus spp.
An easy to grow great multipurpose bush for the edible landscape.
Large upright vigorous bushes possess a magical charm and attractive foliage. Dark blue/black fruits and large lacy creamy white flowers are very healthful and used medicinally for colds and fevers. Fruits also make rich and wild flavored jams, wine, syrups and pies. Flowers can be used to make Elderberry fritters or other delicious treats. Indigenous People in what is now called California were in deep relationship with this plant, using it for a variety of purposes.
Plants bloom and fruit abundantly over a long season. Works great in hedgerows or as a companion plant, as it has been shown to have a variety of ecological benefits.
Grows 6-8 ft. tall. American varieties are best pollinated by other American varieties and European varieties are best pollinated by another European variety. Zones 4-9.