Elderberry x 'Kent'

Elderberry x 'Kent': Black Elderberries with Good Kitchen Flavour

Kent develops medium-sized black elderberries, generally ripening in August. Its broad flowering and fruiting framework makes it a productive shrub with a substantial garden presence.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 200-250 cm
• Spread: 200-250 cm
• Flower Colour: Cream
• Flowering Period: Late Spring to Summer
• Foliage: Green
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun / Partial Sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-Drained Soil; Moist to Average Soil

Uses and Benefits: Use fully ripe berries in cooked recipes or dehydrate them for appropriate kitchen use. The crop can also supply natural dye projects; elderberries should be prepared before eating.

Care Instructions: Plant a second elderberry cultivar nearby to improve production. Maintain moist, well-drained soil and remove weak or ageing stems in early spring while retaining a useful framework for the crop.