Black Elderberry Seeds
Our own farm-grown Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (approx 30-50 seeds)
Our own farm-grown Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (approx 30-50 seeds)
Our own farm-grown Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (approx 30-50 seeds)
Common Names
Black Elder, Black Elderberry, Europearn Elderberry, Elder, Elderflower
Botanical Name
Sambucus nigra
Plant Family
Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle Family)
Life Cycle
Perennial
Native Range
Europe
Hardiness Zone
3-11
Habit
Tall multi-stemmed shrub or small tree.
Sun/Soil
Moist soil, partial to full sun.
Germination/Sowing
The seeds germinate most easily when direct sown, or sown in flats outdoors, in the fall.
Growing/Care
Elder trees often require gentle pruning every two or three years after maturity to remove dead branches and prevent crowding.
Harvesting
Black Elder flowers can be collected as they open during the month of May. The berries are ripe in late July. The berries dry well and keep for several years.
Culinary Uses
Jams, jellies, cordials, wines, and other preserves are made out of both the berries and the flowers.
Medicinal Uses
Black Elder berries are prized for their antiviral properties and valuable for the prevention and treatment of viral infections such as cold and flu. The berries are exceptionally high in antioxidants. Elderflowers are also antiviral, as well as diaphoretic.
An oil infusion can be made from the flowers, bark or leaves to help heal cuts, scrapes and burns.
Themes
Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Apothecary Garden, Low Maintenance.