Elderberry

(Sambucus nigra) - Organic - AusQual Certified - Grown at Greenpatch Organic Seeds

Elderberry is a hardy shrub to 4 metres, white flowers burgundy berries. Use flowers for tea or ripe berries in cooking and wine. Sambucas nigra is the only variety that is said to be ok to eat un-cooked but it is still recommended to cook these barries before eating. Leaves used for insect repellent, added to compost. Flowers make a cleansing tea. Many uses. White flowers are highly ornamental attracting native bees to the garden.

Available all year. Sold in 75mm tube pot.