How to Plant and Grow Elderberry Plants
That old saw about respecting your elders should extend to elderberries (Sambucus spp.) too. In recent years, they have gained a reputation as virus-fighters , besides being high in fiber , antioxidants and Vitamin C. They can be toxic when uncooked, however, due to a glycoside in the seeds which is destroyed by heat. But, if you always boil or bake the berries before consuming them in pies, jellies, and syrups, you shouldn’t find elder hostile! Planting and Growing Elderberry Plants You can plant dormant bushes in early spring. If you purchase potted plants which already are growing, wait...
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