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5 articles, 2 topics. A growing library.
Growing elderberry: tree, bush, or shrub, and how to plant it
Which elder belongs in your garden? A guide to siting, planting, pollination and pruning, with a look at the differences between species.
The Holler-Frau: Elder in European Folk Belief
From the Danish Hyldemoer to the English Old Lady: stories of a figure living in the elder, and what can be said about her connection to Frau Holle.
Elder in Antiquity: what Dioscorides and Pliny actually write
What do Dioscorides and Pliny write about elder? A look at the ancient texts and the question of which species each passage describes.
The Round of the Year: Elder and Rosehip Through the Seasons
Elder and dog rose through the year, from the first shoots to winter rest. What to look for on the shrubs, and the customs that accompany their seasons.
The elderberry harvest: when is good enough?
When are elderberries ripe, and what matters at harvest time? Choosing the right moment, picking whole clusters and handling the freshly gathered berries.