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Elderberry

An Elderberry tree is fast growing with very light wood growing to 4-5m tall. This common cultivar has green foliage and white flowers, white flower clusters (elderflower) that turn into black berries (elderberries).  When happy, it will tend to form many trunks. Both the flowers and the berries are used to make a variety of cordials, wines, relishes, jams, teas and medicines

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Specifications

Ripening Time March - April
Fertility Self-Fertile (produces viable pollen)
Growth Habit Will grow to 3-4m tall as a free standing tree or hedge. Do not espalier.
Rootstock Not grafted
Chill Tolerance Normal chill
Plant Sizes 25-40cm bare rooted

Pollination Guide

  • Pollination is far simpler than most people think. Generally, unless self fertile simply get 2 or more different varieties in the same group (eg pears) to ensure adequate pollination. A more comprehensive explanation can be found in our Pollination Guide
  • More information on Espaliering
  • More information in our Articles and on planting and pruning.
  • Answers to Common Questions.

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Elderberry

Elderberry

An Elderberry tree is fast growing with very light wood growing to 4-5m tall. This common cultivar has green foliage and white flowers, white flower clusters (elderflower) that turn into black berries (elderberries).  When happy, it will tend to form many trunks. Both the flowers and the berries are used to make a variety of cordials, wines, relishes, jams, teas and medicines