Elder

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Elder is a valuable wild edible tree or shrub. Its berries have a cornucopia of uses. Scientific name Sambucus nigra Family Adoxaceae Botanical description … Continue

Elderberry and nettle honey elixir

Home > Plants > Elder With Autumn definitely on its way, and the sun starts setting early, now is the perfect time to give … Continue

Prince of Wales ketchup

Home > Plants > Elder If you love elderberries then the chances are you will have come across Pontack sauce. Pontack is a Worcestershire … Continue

Elderberry balsamic vinegar

Home > Plants > Elder This elderberry vinegar recipe makes a unique alternative to traditional Balsamic vinegar. Deep, rich, and beautifully smooth it goes … Continue

Elderberry cordial syrup

Home > Plants > Elder The elderberries (Sambucus nigra) are abundant this year. Great bunches of them are hanging off the branches, bowing down … Continue