Elderberry flower

Spending time on the country-side is always such a pleasure. I already loved it as a child and the older I get, I cherish it even more. It´s so nice to pick apples, pears and what else just right away from the trees.

Elderberry translates to ~kindness~ in the Language of Flowers. More at facebook.com/speaktlof

Photo #41/59 of American Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis). Caption: credit: Bob Peterson.

Botanical Name: Sambucus nigra, Sambucus canadensis. Other Common Names: Black elder, black-berried European elder, European elder, boor tree, bountry, elder, ellanwood, ellhorn, German elder, saúco (Spanish), sureau noir (French), almindelig Hyld (Dansish), Schwarzer Holunder (German), svarthyll (Norwegian). Habitat: Elderberry is native to most of Europa, parts of Asia and North Africa. Black (American) Elderberry (Sambucus canadensis) is widespread in eastern North America, ranging from…

Learn all about foraging for elderberries and elderflowers, including identifying, harvesting, look-alikes, and edible and medicinal uses!

Get the recipe for an easy and delicious homemade elderflower syrup and very pretty elderflower-rose petals ice cubes. See more photos here.

White elderberry flowers

Elderberry Syrup Master Recipe Makes about 20 oz Flavorful and sweet, elderberry syrup can be added to smoothies, herbal teas, mixed drinks, and fermented sodas, or diluted into hot water or cold sparkling water. For a visually appealing and tasty treat, drizzle this da

June 5th - Pretty elder flower (Sambucus nigra)

Elderberries are packed with antioxidants that help protect your skin from damage. Here are six easy DIY elderberry face packs to achieve glowing, glass skin at home.