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The Black Elder is a multi-talented shrub that offers frothy, cream-colored spring blossoms followed by heavy clusters of deep purple, health-boosting berries.
Reaching 3–6 meters, it is a fast-growing plant that fits perfectly into wildlife-friendly or medicinal gardens.
While the flowers can be used for cordials and fritters, the berries are a powerhouse for immune-supporting syrups and jams.
The flowers are gorgeous and smell like summer, but be warned: it wants to be a giant shrub. Keep your shears ready if you have a small garden.
If you want to attract songbirds, plant this. They go crazy for the berries. Just be prepared to share the harvest with them!
I grow this specifically to make elderberry syrup for the winter. It grows so fast that I had a decent harvest by the second year!