A familiar sight in British hedgerows, the Elderberry is a deciduous shrub or small tree with attractive pinnate leaves. In early summer, panicles of sweetly scented dainty white flowers appear, which are highly attractive to bees & butterflies. These are followed in the autumn by clusters of small black berries which are devoured by birds. Sambucus nigra is a great addition to a mixed wildlife hedge, providing nesting sites & food, or alternatively can be grown alone as an effective screen in the garden. Elder blossom can also be used to make a delicious elderflower cordial.
Height: 8m (26'). Spread: 4m (13'). Supplied as 50
- 80cm bareroots (20
- 31). Planting Distance: 30cm (12).