ELDERBERRIES

(Sambucus species) Elderberries are probably the easiest to grow and care for of all the fruits and probably the most consistently productive.  The blossoms and berries have been used for centuries in cultures throughout the world. They have many edible and medicinal purposes.

HOW TO GROW: Shrubs prefer full sun but will tolerate some shade. They prefer soil with good organic content and good drainage. They are prolific, very heavy bearing and easy to grow. Suckers or shoots will easily root.

IN THE LANDSCAPE: They make great informal deciduous hedges or accent plants. The hollow stems have many uses including making flutes, popguns, fences. The berries are used in dyes. Birds love them.

IN THE KITCHEN: The magnificent June white flowers can make Elderflower cordials or can be dipped in a pancake batter to make fritters. The fruit is higher in vitamin C than oranges and prized for pies, jellies, tea and of course wine, champagne or brandy. Teas are used in baths and for many herbal treatments.

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