Sunday, June 06, 2010

Elder



The elder tree is just coming into flower. The name elder is Anglo-Saxon in origin. The elderflower harvest still continues at various places in the county, particularly in the south-west, and is accompanied by various customs. The trees are fast-growing and will establish themselves anywhere. I am fascinated by the products that can be made from this ubiquitous wild tree. There is no need to buy these things - nature will give them to you freely.

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