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Ornamental shrub for hedges, riverbanks and edges. Very fast growing. It is used to make fragrances and cosmetics as well as to season stews, meat, fish. Honeybee shrub. Medicinal properties against cold, asthma, skin irritations.
Deciduous shrub up to 4-6 m. Low and thick shape. White or yellowish flowers slightly scented. Lanceolate leaves. Blackish and spheric berries.
Adapts to any types of soils.
Dig a hole at least two or three times as wide and deep as the root ball. Take out the plant from the container and loosen roots to allow them to spread out in all direction. Cut possible broken roots. Mix the soil extracted with a substrate and fill part of the hole with the mixture obtained. Place the plant in the hole and cover with the remaining mixture. Compact the soil around the plant and water thoroughly.
Use
Cosmetic, Culinary, Gardening, Eco-friendly garden, Wild garden, Medicinal, Riverbanks, Hedge, Game-covers
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Description
Shrub or small for hedges, clumps, watersides. Very fast growing. Numerous medicinal properties against colds, asthma, conjunctivitis, skin troubles. The fruits are used in the making of wines and jams. Honey production.
Flowering
| Flower colour | Yellow |
|---|---|
| Flowering period | April, May, June, July, Spring, Summer |
| Fragrant | Flower |
Foliage
| Foliage persistence | Deciduous |
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Botanical information
| Botanical name | Sambucus nigra |
|---|---|
| Wildlife | Bees |
When to plant?
| Planting period | March, April, May, June, October, November, December, Spring, Autumn |
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Where to plant?
| Type of use | Cosmetic, Culinary, Gardening, Eco-friendly garden, Wild garden, Medicinal, Riverbanks, Hedge, Game-covers |
|---|---|
| Exposure | Sun |
| Soil pH | No preference |
| Soil type | No preference |
| Soil moisture | Fresh |
| Hardiness | No drought resistant, Hardy (-5ºC) |
| Climate zone | Mediterranean continental, Temperate areas |
Care
| Watering | Regular |
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