Elder – Sambucus nigra (Potted)

Description

Elder grows anywhere. From good soil to the very poorest, in rocky areas even in tumble down buildings.

The flat heads of white blossom in the spring are very noticeable . These white flowers develop into deep black tiny berries. The berries can be made into a drink called Elderberry wine. The tree can be seen in most hedge rows in the country side, it spreads quite easily. However in my opinion it does not make a good stock proof hedge on it’s own but does enhance the environment, providing food for many insects and birds in medium sized gardens and hedge rows.