150 seeds – perennial plant with multiple virtues
The Black Elder, also known by the names great elder , common elder , or European elder , is a native European shrub with a generous silhouette, with very fragrant white flowers . Highly valued for its medicinal, culinary, and ornamental uses, it is also an ideal companion plant in a permaculture garden.
Type : Perennial plant (deciduous shrub)
Height : Up to 4 to 6 meters
Exposure : Sun or partial shade
Soil : Rich, fresh to moist, well-drained
Semi-finals :
Cold stratification required for 8 to 12 weeks (mix the seeds with damp sand and place in the refrigerator)
Sow in spring in pots or directly in open ground
Watering : Regular the first two years, then independent
Culinary :
Flowers in syrup, lemonade, fritters
Berries (cooked only) in jellies, syrups, wines
Ornamental : Beautiful in a country hedge or alone
Can be planted near a vegetable garden , as it attracts beneficial birds that control pests
Goes well with comfrey , to ferns or to raspberry bushes in a tasty and useful hedge
The black elder has long been a protective tree , associated with magic and healing rituals in European traditions. It was said that it should never be cut without asking for permission…
Commitment to quality:
At SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we are committed to providing you with the highest quality reproducible seeds. Our seeds are carefully selected, sorted, and packaged without any chemical treatment.
Sale reserved for amateur gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.
