The Elderberry Book
Forage, Cultivate, Prepare, Preserve
by John Moody - Paperback 116 pages
 
Once a staple in homes across the world, and found along every highland, highway, and hedgerow, the forgotten elderberry is making a comeback. Its popularity as medicine is surging, its choice as an edible landscaping plant is growing, and its use for wine-making and crafts is being rediscovered.
Spanning history and geography, The Elderberry Book takes you on an adventure, deepening your appreciation of a plant that has played a crucial role across the world for thousands of years. Through this fun, inspirational, and educational resource, discover:
Elderberry's amazing history
Cultivating and foraging, from the balcony to the backyard
Various traditional food and medicine preparations
Simple wine-making techniques
Traditional crafts and tools.
This is the definitive guide to the many uses of elderberry; no matter where you are, one of humankind's oldest plant friends can provide you with anything from syrup to wine to dyes, and more.