It is spring and my elder or elderberry tree, Sambucus nigra ssp. cerulea is in full bloom. These beautiful white blooms bring back memories from before I lived in Texas. Growing up, elders were ...

Growing a tree from a tiny seed can feel intimidating, but it's also one of the most rewarding gardening projects. When it comes to the blue elderberry tree (Sambucus nigra L. ssp. cerulea), ...

“It was so well-received that doing it again was a no-brainer,” said Stephanie Holmes, Energy and Climate Specialist for the city’s Sustainability & Resilience Department. More than 100 city residents ...

I have seen a plant all my life and always considered it a weed. Recently someone told me it was elderflower, and they use it in food and beers. Could you please tell me what it is? — Matt “Weed” is a ...

Want fresh, delicious fruit? Plant these fast-growing fruit trees that grow well in Southern climates. Experts share what to ...