Hikers will encounter elderberry bushes in alluvial forests, along streams, in mixed and deciduous forests and on rubble sites. From this, even the inexperienced hobby gardener concludes that the space requirements in the garden can be easily met. These location conditions are particularly suitable for an elderberry:
Which location is best for elderberry?
The ideal location for elderberry is characterized by a sunny to partially shaded location, nutrient-rich, humus-rich soil and fresh, moist soil without waterlogging. Elderberry also tolerates dust and exhaust gases, so it is considered industrially safe.
- sunny to semi-shady location
- nutrient-rich, humus-rich soil
- fresh, moist soil, without waterlogging
If you want to seal off your property from noisy traffic, a black elderberry is the ideal candidate. Its diverse attributes include robust compatibility with dust and exhaust gases. This means that all types of elderberry can confidently be described as industrially safe. However, it is not advisable to consume contaminated fruits.
How to compensate for soil defects
Are the lighting conditions ideal but the soil too poor? Then you don't have to forgo planting an elderberry, because there are solutions. Generously enrich the excavation of the planting pit with compost, manure or commercially available humus (€31.00 on Amazon). Add a handful of primary rock powder and nothing stands in the way of magnificent growth.
