About Black
The elder flowers can be harvested once they are all opened. The intense fragrance is relaxing, as is tea made from them. Wait until the black fruits are fully ripened to pick and cook them; they cannot be eaten raw. Pine County, Minn., source.
About Elderberry
Large, flat clusters of fragrant white blossoms in early summer, followed by glossy dark purple to black berries in drooping clusters in late autumn. Prune suckers as they appear to control spread. Self-fruitful.
Pot Size & Price
2.5-in. deep pot
$11.00
Height
8'–20'
Width
8'–20'
Catalog
F035
Plant Traits
Birds
Culinary
Medicinal
Minnesota Native