To have a »complete» garden, it is necessary plant some bushes that give it color, while with them we finish covering a space. But if we want to ensure that all the plants are in harmony and that only those that interest us most stand out, we have to do a little research, after which we will know which species are the most appropriate for our climate and type of soil.
One of the most appropriate shrubs for temperate regions is undoubtedly the Elder. Do you want to meet him?
This wonderful plant is a deciduous shrub – that is, it falls off in autumn – native to Asia Minor. In the wild it can grow into a tree up to 10m high, but in cultivation it is not usually allowed to exceed 4-5m. Its small white flowers sprout in spring and / or summer, and its delicious fruits will be ripe in autumn-winter. It has a medium-fast growth rate if the weather conditions are appropriate.
Elderberry prefers to live in moist, cool and sandy soils, so it is common to find it near riversor in forests where rainfall is high.
With this in mind, this plant will look like only it knows how to do in gardens where temperatures are mild for much of the year. But if winter is very cold in your area, do not worry, well resists up to -20ºC; what doesn’t suit him so well are temperatures above 30ºC.
It should be located in a place where the sun shines directly for it to have adequate growth and development. It is also very important that get preventive anti-aphid treatments during the spring and summer, as it is usually attacked by them very frequently.
By the way, Did you know that it has medicinal properties? Yes, yes: it is used as an infusion to relieve cold symptoms, gargles for gums or throat problems, to remove stains on the face … Anyway.
We are in front of a plant Very complete it deserves to have its place in the garden, don’t you think?
