Red elderberry

If you've ever wondered whether you can eat red elderberries, this post is for you! Find out what you need to know about red berried elder (Sambucus racemosa). #elderberry #redelderberry

This post contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Please see FCC disclosure for full information. Thank you for supporting this site! I was so excited when I learned elderberry grew on our homestead. As you might already know, elderberry is a scientifically studied treatment for the common cold and flu, and is also used by herbalists to treat sinus infections, respiratory problems, and inflammation. Now imagine how sad I was when elderberry season finally appeared...and the…

Sambucus racemosa - red elderberry - edible! - Pacific Northwest Native Plant Profiles | Real Gardens Grow Natives

It’s June and it feels like we are in the heat of summer already! All around our small town, Red-berried Elder trees are bending with the weight of their abundant berries. Early summer is the…

Sambucus racemosa (red elderberry): Go Botany

Going north to forage is pleasant this time of the year because it’s like going back in time a few weeks to find some favored plants still producing. Goosegrass, which I have not seen for a month in the central part of the state, was very alive and happy in Gainesville this past Saturday. Chickweed […]

Elderberries are making a comeback as a favorite in jams, pies and in wine. Learn how to succeed at growing elderberries in your garden.

Learn the Key Features of Elderberry species in the PNW for Easy Identification: Red elderberry vs Blue elderberry vs Black elder species!

Did you know pruning elderberry shrubs will help to produce bigger berries and larger harvests? Learn how easy it is to trim them now on Gardener’s Path.

Red Elderberry Caprifoliaceae-the Honeysuckle Family (Newer classification Adoxaceae-the Moschatel Family) Sambucus racemosa L. (sam-BEW-kus ra-see-MO-suh) Names: The name Sambucus is derived from the Greek sambuca, which was a stringed instrument supposed to have been made from elder wood. Racemosa refers to the elongated inflorescences, called racemes. It is thought the name elder […]