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Sambucus spotting: How to tell the difference between the two main UK elderflowers

July 27, 2020 Kim & Vicky

How to tell apart Black elder (Sambucus nigra) from dwarf elder (S. ebulus) and why it may be important.

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In Foraging, Herbs Tags Elder, Elderflower, Dwarf elder, Sambucus nigra, Sambucus ebulus, Elderberry
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Atishoo! Making a herbal hayfever remedy

June 18, 2020 Kim & Vicky

It is the season of grass pollen, and gathering herbs has become a little difficult through runny noses and streaming eyes. Today we share our favourite herbs for hayfever and a video on how to make a tincture.

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In Health, Make, Herbs Tags Hayfever, Elderflower, Nettle, Plantain
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Divine eats: Elderflower fritters

June 10, 2020 Kim & Vicky

Mmmm, can't get enough of these beauties. These are elderflower fritters and are delicious! All you need to do is make a simple pancake batter, dip the elderflower heads in and fry in oil - over a bonfire is even better. Voila! A crunchy, sweet, divine snack even the gods couldn't resist.

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In Eat, Foraging Tags Elderflower, Elder, Elderflower Fritters
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A bubbly summer.... Elderflower champagne

June 7, 2020 Kim & Vicky
Summer bubbly…

Summer bubbly…

Summer is counted from the first elderflower to the last elderberry, so capture some of that summer sun for all year round happiness…

This is our absolute favourite thing to make every year. It’s crisp, floral and light. The true taste of early summer. This recipe relies on the natural yeasts that form on elderflowers so be sure to pick yours on a warm, sunny day and not after a rain (as this will wash the yeasts away).

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In Eat, Make Tags Elderflower Champagne, Elderflower
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Elder Tree Remedies

May 14, 2015 Kim & Vicky

Meet the Elder Mother....

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In Herbs, Make, Health Tags Elderflower, Elderberry, Elder, Sambucus nigra
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